Kettlebell Ballistics – Episode 43

By Amanda PerryCoaching, Conditioning, Goal Setting, Kettlebell Training, Strength, The Minimum Effective Dose Podcast

One of the most common questions we get when it comes to training with kettlebells is about what size kettlebell to use. Quite often we see students going too heavy with kettlebell ballistics (e.g. clean, snatch, swing, jerk). Ballistic exercises are more dynamic than grinds (e.g squat, row, TGU, windmill) and work on the power … Read More

Coaching 101

By Amanda PerryMindset, Personal Training

Coaching is super easy. No seriously, it’s simple really. Write a plan for your clients, follow it and watch them crush PR’s!  I actually think pretty much anyone can become a successful personal trainer or strength coach. Dealing with people is easy. Everyone has continual motivation, discipline for days and the drive to achieve their fitness related goals. No, … Read More

Single Leg Deadlift Progressions

By Amanda PerryKettlebell Training, Personal Training, Strength

If there’s one exercise I constantly see butchered, it’s the single leg deadlift. Don’t get me wrong, it’s a fantastic exercise when applied appropriately to the client. Unfortunately, it’s common to see this in the fitness industry. Most people chase the flashy exercises before owning the fundamentals. If you’re a coach, here’s a quick thought process to … Read More

Are You Getting Better?

By Mike PerryMindset, Nutrition, Sports Performance

Why do people go to the gym? Generally when you ask someone why he or she exercises, trains, works out…whatever you want to call it, you’ll get a pretty simple answer. People usually exercise to: Lose weight Feel better Look better naked Get stronger Improve cardiovascular health Improve quality of life Prepare for a sport (athletic performance) It’s fairly … Read More