Category Archives: Kettlebells

Kettlebell movements, workouts, and training techniques.

Borrowing from Weightlifting by Chris Lancaster

Posted on August 7, 2011 by Dave Bellomo

A Few New Ones For the Max Kettlebell Enthusiast: Borrowing From Weightlifting I just finished reading a few chapters of Arthur Drechsler’s The Weightlifting Encyclopedia, with hopes that it might spark a few new training ideas for kettlebells. The good … Continue reading →

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Squat Pull Challenge by Chris Lancaster

Posted on June 19, 2011 by Dave Bellomo

The 6 Week Squat Pull Challenge I recently discovered (meaning I finally tried it, Coach Davies gets the credit) this gem, and have been blasting it ever since.  If you are not doing it, shame on you.  This challenge will … Continue reading →

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Nonlinear Periodization for MMA

Posted on June 5, 2011 by Dave Bellomo

Nonlinear Periodization for MMA David Bellomo, PES Introduction Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) is a complex sport that combines the punching and footwork of Western boxing, the elbow and knee strikes of Muy Tai, and the grappling of Greco Roman wrestling … Continue reading →

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Core Training for Swimming

Posted on June 2, 2011 by Dave Bellomo

Core Training for Swimmers In recent years, Core Training has been the subject of countless articles and books for athletes and non-athletes alike. Originally prescribed by physical therapists to patients with low back pain, Core Training is now commonly practiced … Continue reading →

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Strength Tip #2

Posted on May 30, 2011 by Dave Bellomo

When choosing a kettlebell, pick a weight that is heavy enough to feel the big exercises like cleans and snatches. Going to light will prevent you from learning proper whole-body technique. Most men should start with no less than 50 … Continue reading →

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Stability Training for Strength and Power

Posted on May 28, 2011 by Dave Bellomo

Stability Training? I know, you are probably picturing some anorexic contortionist kid who works for Cirque du Sole` jumping and balancing on exercise balls. Before you send this article to the trash, hear me out. I completely understand that to … Continue reading →

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Strength Tip 1 (of many more to come)

Posted on May 23, 2011 by Dave Bellomo

Try using a 2 inch thick bar for double overhand deadlifts as per Brooks Kubik in “Dinosaur Training”. It will help you develop a crazy strong grip for everything from strongman to MMA and will bring new life to a … Continue reading →

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The Kettlebell Clean and Press for Total Body Strength and Power

Posted on May 22, 2011 by Dave Bellomo

The kettlebell clean and press is one of the best exercises for overall strength and power. Whether you prefer a MAX style clean (created by yours truly) or a Girevoy style, you will still be working in all three planes … Continue reading →

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