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The Lowest Man Wins: 7 Keys to Hip Power and Mobility
There’s no position on a football team more important than the offensive line, and the hips unlock amazing athleticism.
Chris Holder
The Hybrid Power Conditioning Program
The key to superior work capacity is simple conditioning, not continuous high intensity work.
Craig Marker
The Kettlebell Swing: Mindful Prescription for Low-Back Rehab
There is no best back exercise. But the swing can be highly effective for the right athlete, at the right time.
Andrew Lock
The 10 Commandments of the Kettlebell Swing
The effectiveness of the kettlebell swing is determined by your approach, standards, and technique. If you're not going to do them right, don't waste your time.
Chris Holder
The Kettlebell Swing Isn't Everything (But This Workout Is)
Let’s use the most commonly performed kettlebell exercises to show a smart progression to loading the swing.
Andrew Read
Pack Your Neck for a Safer Spine and Stronger Swings
Believe it or not, hinge movements translate to the neck. Packing your neck during kettlebell swings allows for a safer and stronger position.
Chris Holder
Can Kettlebells Improve Jumping and Balance?
If the swing and get up can improve the impressive balance of ballet dancers, chances are kettlebells can do the same for you.
Craig Marker
Why You Should Be Doing the One-Handed Hardstyle Swing
Hardstyle is the expression of ballistic strength. Here are some tips to help you get the most of it.
Craig Marker
Correct These Kettlebell Swing Mistakes for Greater Performance
There is always room to improve on the kettlebell swing. Take the first step by checking if you are making any of these mistakes.
Breaking Muscle HQ
Why CrossFit Will Never Just Cool It With the American Swing
CrossFit will never not do the American swing. It fits their math, so it’s going to be done. But that doesn't mean you have to do it.
Patrick McCarty
Cleaning Up Your Kettlebell Clean, Part 3
If you've been cleaning your kettlebell and have wound up with a huge bruise on you forearm, never fear, this video will cure your issue.
Keira Newton
Training Kettlebells: Why You Shouldn't Be Scared
You could be missing out on some effective cross-training by overlooking the kettlebell.
Willow Ryan
2 Safer Alternatives to the Overhead Swing
It is tempting to call for the removal of overhead swings all together. With two better alternatives, they seem unnecessary.
Craig Marker
The What the Hell Effect: How the Swing Improves Everything
Strength from the the kettlebell swing improves deadlifting, squatting, and even weightlifting.
Craig Marker
3 Ways to Use the Kettlebell Swing for Overspeed Eccentric Training
Depth jumps are a risky way to train explosive strength. Today I'll show you how to use kettlebell swings to get the same benefits.
Craig Marker
The Kettlebell Snatch: A Swing That Ends Up Overhead
For beginners, it is probably best to focus on building a powerful hip hinge movement before moving on to the kettlebell snatch.
Craig Marker
Hormonal Response to Kettlebell Swings: A Scientific Analysis
A new study analyzed the kettlebell swing's effects on hormones and heart rate.
Doug Dupont
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