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The school of strength, led by Pavel Tsatsouline. Barbell, Kettlebell, Bodyweight. StrongFirst.
Joined September 2012
“The key to happiness in life is putting heavy weight overhead.” —Jon Engum, StrongFirst Master Certified Instructor One of many military press personal records at SFG Kettlebell Level I Certification - happy! — LEARN ONLINE OR LIVE: –Certified Instructors >
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"No matter your goals, always start with minimalism, then add according to your needs." – Pavel, https://t.co/rQcGMhmXCU
#strongfirst #minimalism #bestrongfirst
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[ARTICLE] Sisyphus and the Kettlebell: Building a Daily Practice of Strength > https://t.co/ri6sHaBOHI French philosopher Albert Camus claimed that Sisyphus, if able to embrace and accept his fate, probably found meaning in his predicament. I like to think that perhaps Sisyphus
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Why strength train with bodyweight? Because it is always there. Tony Blauer, one of the top defensive tactics and close-quarter combat instructors in the law enforcement and military communities, coined the expression “a Naked Warrior”. "I should be able to take care of
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STRONG ENDURANCE™ by Pavel — Latin America Debut! Mexico City, Mexico—In-Person and Online—November 15-16 - Join Pavel Tsatsouline & Fabio Zonin and discover Anti-Glycolytic Training (AGT) — science-based endurance without burnout. - Build strength & longevity. - Attend in
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Kettlebell Axe: High Speed, Low Drag Alternative to HIIT by Pavel Paperback, or Kindle >>> https://t.co/Kd3a1sbIE8 Born decades ago, in a country that no longer exists, AXE used to be the exclusive domain of Soviet athletic elites. At last, it is here to take you to the next
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[BENCH PRESS TIP] Brace the abs, hard. It counteracts extension of the lumbar spine that may be present, helping to prevent “lower back cramping” during/after the repetition. It also helps connect the lower body tension to the upper body, thereby helping to transfer the force
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General Strength Preparation Done Right 1. Safety. Remember: “Do no harm!” 2. Simplicity. 3. Teaching basic movement skills. Squatting, hinging, bracing, crawling, jumping, falling, running, etc. 4. All-aroundness. A mix of static and dynamic loads, a mix of energy
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“Your body is like a house. You can fix it up, but as soon as you stop working on it, it will start falling apart.” — Pavel #strongfirst #bestrongfirst
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Be StrongFirst: QuickStart Guide 1. Go to https://t.co/GLuz8miL74. Browse the articles, pick a plan. Simple beats complicated. Execution beats intention. 2. Join the forum. Register, introduce yourself, ask questions, and get answers from more than 22,000 users. 3. Training at
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In the name of “progressive overload,” most trainees ambitiously add weight and reps or reduce their rest periods. This leads to quick gains, followed by the mother of all plateaus or, worse, injuries and overtraining. In response, coaches developed deloading tactics: light
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“Strength is a decidedly individual pursuit. You may have a coach and training partners, but when it comes down to it, it is between you and the iron. Do not be afraid to be alone with the iron.” — Pavel #strongfirst #kettlebell #couragecorner #bestrongfirst
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What are your favorite coaching phrases? Here are 20 of the best. 1. "Iron sharpens Iron." 2. "Are you a fountain or a drain?" 3. "Trust the process." 4. "Be a champion by choice." 5. "Eliminate easy. Handle hard." 6. “Find an excuse or find a way.” 7. "Never give up."
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"When a woman takes her first step toward being physically capable, she immediately expands her possibilities. A strong woman has endless possibilities." Tips for Becoming a Strong Woman • Don’t fear bulking, it is not going to happen! • Find a trainer or instructor who
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[DOUBLE KETTLEBELL PRESS TIP] "When the bells’ handles are clearing the top of your head—and not sooner—shoot your eyes up without tilting your head. This will make your triceps stronger for the sticking point. As you are completing the lockout quickly lower your gaze again. This
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[ARTICLE] Kettlebell Kata—Simple & Sinister as Mindfulness Practice > https://t.co/laBt9JlsEo Mindfulness is a popular topic. Being present and aware of thoughts, feelings, and your body has its roots in many ancient meditation practices and is now an integral part of
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Pavel Tsatsouline: The Breathing Exercise That Energizes You Before Practice > https://t.co/bFyWb2038w
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