Bootcamp Week 3-Working Conditioning and Fundamentals

kettlebell snatch

Here is a sample workout from our evening boot camp workout group.  Everyone is really looking good with their bell and gaining confidence as well!

We started out tonight with sunshine so we warmed up with a few laps around the track. We then headed back to base camp and the following conditioning and fundamentals workout routine.

Strength [...]

Exercise of the Week: Burpee, Push-up,Deadlift Combo

I like the complexity of this movement because not only does it jack up your heart rate for a great metabolic conditioning boost, but it enforces the all-important hip opening.  Of course, we should mention the benefit to the core (you’ve got a plank there) and the added challenge of shoulder stabilization on the kettlebells.  Don’t [...]

Are You Eating the Colors of the Rainbow?

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Deepak Chopra recommends eating “the colors of the rainbow” to ensure you are getting full nutrient value from your food.  Ever looked at any fast-food menu? No rainbow there!

Try this “Rainbow” friendly recipe:

PINEAPPLE YUM YUM CHICKEN WITH BEET SALAD:

Cut one whole pineapple into 1″ round disks
2 cut asparagus tops
4 Boneless skinless chicken breasts (add spices [...]

The Benefits of Suspension Training for the Abdominals

Are you tired of traditional push-ups?  Shown to the left, is an example how suspension training can blast your abs while at the same time put more challenge to the traditional push-up.  This is an advanced movement.  Here’s how it is done:

Place your feet in the cradles of the TRX system, positioned low to the [...]