I have had clients tell me the stuff they did with a
previous kettlebell instructor and I'm surprised they ever decided to pick up a kettlebell again.
By Chris Wilson Head Strength Coach
Russian Kettlebell Instructor If you're like me (and I'm sure you are), you absolutely, undoubtedly, unequivocally, undeniably, emphatically HATE DOING CRUNCHES AND SIT UPS.
Getting started Kettlebell training requires a different technique to free weights or machines, so it is highly recommended that you begin your training with a
qualified kettlebell instructor.
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A fitness eclectic, she is an Onnit Level 1 certified trainer, a certified RKC II and
KBA kettlebell instructor, and an Olympic weightlifting coach through USA Weightlifting.
But it's only since Pavel Tsatsouline developed the
first kettlebell instructor program in 2001, that they've really kicked into high - gear.
These three areas — the grip, elbow, and shoulder — may seem like minor players in a whole - body movement like a Turkish get - up, but I can tell you firsthand from teaching would - be
kettlebell instructors over the last 8 - plus years that these details make a profound difference, particularly once you've got a 53 - pound kettlebell over your face.
In the RKC community (one of the
leading kettlebell instructor organisations — I'm an HKC, Tim is also part of it as an RKC level 2) the standard advice is as I said, so that's where I'm coming from.
Gray Cook is practicing physical therapist, a orthopedic certified specialist, a certified strength and conditioning specialist and an
RKC kettlebell instructor.
«A
certified kettlebell instructor will not only teach you the foundation skills of kettlebell lifting but he or she will also be qualified to cover safety guidelines, breathing patterns and choice of the proper kettlebell weight according to the particular exercise, your size and your skill level,» says founder of Kettlebell Athletica Jad Marinovic.
That's not to say that you can't do a combined course that up - skills you to be a Personal Trainer alongside the Fitness Instruction qualification, CPD courses such as
our kettlebell instructor course, spin instructor course and circuit training instructor course are a fantastic way to continue to learn more skills, that attract more clients.
Once you become
a kettlebell instructor, you represent all of us.
Prior to starting a kettlebell program, you may want to consult
a kettlebell instructor to maximize these exercises and ensure safety.
Josh is currently an ACE (American Council on Exercise) certified personal trainer, as well as an HKC (Hardstyle Kettlebell Certification) certified
kettlebell instructor.
Ideally you want to get some proper instruction on the exercises from a certified
kettlebell instructor (from a respected organization).
According to
kettlebell instructors the biggest mistake beginners make is not getting proper instruction.
They're a great way to cut your costs and simplify your workouts in the long run, but there's a learning curve, so it's important you get proper instruction — ideally one - on - one from a certified
kettlebell instructor.