Lift Kettlebells: Recent Video

Kettlebell training overview - why and what

LKB Editor — Sun, 02 May 2010 14:38:21 GMT

The gang at Averate To Elite put together this wonderful video showing lots of different kettlebell moves... and more importantly, why you should be doing them.

Erica talks about group support and getting started

LKB Editor — Sat, 20 Feb 2010 14:00:06 GMT

Here's a quick testimonial from Erica, a client at Synergy Kettlebell Boot Camp. Anyone can pick up a kettlebell and start swinging. Get busy today!

Kettlebell clean instruction tips

LKB Editor — Wed, 30 Dec 2009 14:51:27 GMT

Dale Buchanan addresses the issue of banging the forearms during the kettlebell clean. Includes references to two different schools of kettlebell thought.

Ketttlebell swing instruction tips

LKB Editor — Wed, 30 Dec 2009 14:48:42 GMT

Dale Buchanan's response to a common question: "Is it necessary to lock the joints while kettlebell training?" This video uses the Hardstlye swing to describe how and why to lock out the joints to reduce impact and protect the joints while kettlebell lifting.

4 minute kettlebell snatch workout

LKB Editor — Wed, 30 Dec 2009 14:46:34 GMT

Dale Buchanan provides a very quick and highly effective 4 minute kettlebell snatch workout you can do anywhere and anytime to increase cardio endurance and strength. He proves it by doing it in the snow!

The Kettlebell DEAD workout

LKB Editor — Wed, 30 Dec 2009 14:44:00 GMT

Dale Buchanan demonstrates the DEAD workout: 10 swings, 5 dead cleans, 5 dead snatches, 5 dead lifts. Repeat 3-5 sets with little or no rest.

Hardstyle kettlebell plank position

LKB Editor — Wed, 30 Dec 2009 14:33:39 GMT

Dale Buchanan demonstrates the plank position and body hardening to teach how to create a no-leakage body for kettlebell lifting.

How to properly hold a kettlebell

LKB Editor — Sun, 26 Jul 2009 14:50:11 GMT

John Wolf demonstrates how to position a kettlebell handle across your palm to minimize forearm impact and bruising.

Lisa Shaffer teaches the kettlebell swing

LKB Editor — Sat, 20 Jun 2009 07:41:03 GMT

An excerpt from Lisa's "Kettlebell Basics" DVD on the fundamental drill in the kettlebell world.

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Kettlebell military press corrections

LKB Editor — Fri, 19 Jun 2009 18:10:51 GMT

As usual, fantastic tips for perfecting your technique from Jordan Vezina. This time, he focuses on the military press.

The kettlebell gladiator press - Kettlebell Athletics

LKB Editor — Sun, 14 Jun 2009 07:41:53 GMT

This move borrows elements of the Turkish getup, but ends in a unique position with the entire body supported by 1 hand and 1 foot.

Yoana Snideman teaches the wall squat

Franz Snideman — Sat, 13 Jun 2009 08:09:06 GMT

The wall squat is one of the first moves new kettlebell users should learn. It helps to understand proper form in most of the fundamental kettlebell drills.

Franz teaches the turkish getup

Franz Snideman — Sat, 13 Jun 2009 08:00:43 GMT

The turkish getup looks intimidating, but Franz Snideman demystifies the move with a few easy tips.

Yoanna's box-jump kettlebell workout

Franz Snideman — Fri, 12 Jun 2009 05:27:56 GMT

Yoanna demonstrates a killer workout including body weight and kettlebell drills.

Perfecting your Turkish Getup - Part 2

Jordan Vezina — Sat, 27 Sep 2008 10:24:27 GMT

Jordan Vezina finishes off a very detailed discussion of the Turkish Getup.

Perfecting your Turkish Getup - Part 1

Jordan Vezina — Sat, 27 Sep 2008 10:23:00 GMT

Excellent instruction on the turkish getup from Jordan Vezina.

Corrections for the kettlebell rack position

Jordan Vezina — Sat, 27 Sep 2008 10:21:44 GMT

Bringing the kettlebell safely to your chest is a fundamental skill. Jordan Vezina offers some great advice on honing the skill.

Kettlebell hand care

Jordan Vezina — Sat, 27 Sep 2008 10:20:11 GMT

Jordan Vezina offers great advice on hand care for kettlebell training.

Lauren Brooks teaches the kettlebell front squat

Lauren Brooks Miller — Fri, 11 Jul 2008 21:28:21 GMT

The squat is a foundational kettlebell drill. In this video, Lauren Brooks expertly teaches the proper squat movement. This clip comes from Lauren's instructional DVD: Ultimate Body Sculpt & Conditioning with Kettlebells.

Lauren Brooks 1 arm kettlebell row

Lauren Brooks Miller — Fri, 11 Jul 2008 21:21:53 GMT

Lauren quickly teaches and demonstrates this simple and effective drill targeting the back. This segment is an excerpt from her instructional DVD: Ultimate Body Sculpt & Conditioning with Kettlebells.

What are kettlebells?

Franz Snideman — Sun, 22 Jun 2008 08:14:59 GMT

Franz and Yoanna Snideman discuss kettlebell training. A great primer for people who are new to the subject.

Kettlebell prone bridge

Franz Snideman — Sun, 22 Jun 2008 08:11:10 GMT

Franz Snideman demonstrates a great drill to help you work up to the full renegade row. The "prone bridge" requires a single kettlebell.

Double kettlebell flips

Aidas Urbonis — Sat, 10 May 2008 07:48:19 GMT

Arturas Kolgovas, co-owner of SovietForce Gyms in Chicago, quickly demonstrates some double hand-to-hand kettlebell flips. Watch closely as he reverses the flip directions.

Kettlebell lunge and walk

Aidas Urbonis — Sat, 10 May 2008 07:45:43 GMT

Arturas Kolgovas, co-owner of SovietForce Gyms in Chicago, quickly demonstrates a challenging and unique combination of several kettlebell drills.

Kettlebell Kate montage

Katie Hawbaker — Mon, 05 May 2008 19:42:15 GMT

Katie teaches kettlebell training in Louisville, KY and offers up a great collection of kettlebell drills in this fun montage.