A quick session near the local park, kettlebell training of this nature is a pretty brutal and effective tool for increasing work capacity and strength, taxing the body across all the energy systems with a lot of demand for sustained power output. Very effective for 'cardio', this kind of interval training certainly beats a jog in terms of bang for buck.
5 ROUNDS FOR TIME:
(Each hand)
5 snatches
5 clean, jerk, overhead squat
5 swings
8 burpees
Hope everyone had a good Christmas!
Thursday 30 December 2010
Thursday 23 December 2010
Update and Box
So a quick update with the gym first!
Things are going well with the Head of Terms. Just in the past few days we have had both sides agree on all raised points, so now it is a matter of clarifying a couple of things, getting it legally set in a contract, and signing for it. With the run-up to and aftermath of Christmas however, it is likely to be February time when we actually get the keys to the place and can begin work on it. I have a feeling there will be a lot of "in-the-pipe-line" talk on this blog, but rest assured that things are actually happening and these processes just take time, definitely longer than we originally had envisaged. Nonetheless, no obstacles in the road thus far and both parties are working together to get the job done.
Now, here is the next installment of the "BEGINNINGS" series, covering everything that we are up to in the run up to opening the facility. In this video, we went down to London to pick up the top two tiers of a vintage and timeless gymnastic vaulting horse. We picked up the equipment with it looking in a bit of a sorry state, with paint on the fabric and stencils on the side. However, the original craftsmanship is second-to-none, and with a bit of TLC, entailing new tatami mat covering upholstering and a slick new paint job, this beast is ready for action. Included is a compilation of just some of the movements that can be trained on it, including beginner to a little more advanced. Our new member to the Push Training equipment family, the Black Box will see some heavy usage.
Have a fantastic Christmas everyone and get ready for the new year!
Things are going well with the Head of Terms. Just in the past few days we have had both sides agree on all raised points, so now it is a matter of clarifying a couple of things, getting it legally set in a contract, and signing for it. With the run-up to and aftermath of Christmas however, it is likely to be February time when we actually get the keys to the place and can begin work on it. I have a feeling there will be a lot of "in-the-pipe-line" talk on this blog, but rest assured that things are actually happening and these processes just take time, definitely longer than we originally had envisaged. Nonetheless, no obstacles in the road thus far and both parties are working together to get the job done.
Now, here is the next installment of the "BEGINNINGS" series, covering everything that we are up to in the run up to opening the facility. In this video, we went down to London to pick up the top two tiers of a vintage and timeless gymnastic vaulting horse. We picked up the equipment with it looking in a bit of a sorry state, with paint on the fabric and stencils on the side. However, the original craftsmanship is second-to-none, and with a bit of TLC, entailing new tatami mat covering upholstering and a slick new paint job, this beast is ready for action. Included is a compilation of just some of the movements that can be trained on it, including beginner to a little more advanced. Our new member to the Push Training equipment family, the Black Box will see some heavy usage.
Have a fantastic Christmas everyone and get ready for the new year!
Sunday 19 December 2010
Peak at 25? Really?
Below is a video of 63 year old Johann Martin from his younger years till now, showing incredible strength, and above all, that age is never a limiting factor. This man is doing things that 99% of people half his age are not even close to achieving, and he doesn't seem to be slowing down any time soon. The key to being able to achieve and maintain this kind of ability in anything is consistency, never ceasing to develop one's passion and exploring what you are capable of doing. Consistency, perseverance, and passion are deadly tools and make for an unstoppable character who will not be swayed either way by circumstance or critic. Trained physical abilities and feats are really just a manifestation of the inner traits of the person who has cultivated those talents.
Thursday 16 December 2010
Tyres and Horses
A journey of a thousand miles starts with a single step, and today we had a few to make up to a school in Birmingham. We rented a van to pick up two gymnastic vaulting horses that were bought from the school on ebay, vaulting horses being a very versatile bit of classic equipment whose uses are only limited by the imagination. After the pick-up and realizing we still had a little time spare with the rented van, we thought it best to try and get hold of a tyre for the gym, an excellent and highly enjoyable tool that can be used for sledgehammer hits, flipping, dragging, and other great exercises.
So, with precious sand slipping through the hour glass, we made a concerted effort to keep eyes open for suspect farms as well as phoning around the local area. All in all, a very successful day, with two of the most awkward pieces of equipment for the gym already in the bag. A big thank you to Abbey Tyre Co. for not hesitating to give one of their own to a loving new owner.
Stay with us for more updates on the equipment and their uses.
So, with precious sand slipping through the hour glass, we made a concerted effort to keep eyes open for suspect farms as well as phoning around the local area. All in all, a very successful day, with two of the most awkward pieces of equipment for the gym already in the bag. A big thank you to Abbey Tyre Co. for not hesitating to give one of their own to a loving new owner.
Stay with us for more updates on the equipment and their uses.
Tuesday 14 December 2010
Dartanyon and Leroy
This video always knocks into perspective my own 'issues' of the day and just serves as a very vivid reminder to make the best of everything you have and push for excellence in all areas despite your circumstances.
Words do not do justice for the video so just take the short time required to watch it.
Words do not do justice for the video so just take the short time required to watch it.
Sunday 12 December 2010
400 Muscle ups
Just participating in the Parkour Generations muscle up challenge in my own small way. Round the side of the Cambridge hotel by Parker's piece there is some nice private scaffolding for anyone wanting a dry and quiet spot to train.
Beginnings
Hello!
Welcome to the blog for Push. We are currently in the process of opening our new training facility on Mill Road, Cambridge, in place of "Keep in Shape Cambridge", so join me on the journey from concept to opening day and beyond. Please keep checking in here where you can find updates of the new gym, articles, videos, challenges, and other content.
Our goal is creating community through physical culture, employing methods of strength, conditioning, and movement.
Stay tuned here for more updates and content!
Jin.
Welcome to the blog for Push. We are currently in the process of opening our new training facility on Mill Road, Cambridge, in place of "Keep in Shape Cambridge", so join me on the journey from concept to opening day and beyond. Please keep checking in here where you can find updates of the new gym, articles, videos, challenges, and other content.
Our goal is creating community through physical culture, employing methods of strength, conditioning, and movement.
Stay tuned here for more updates and content!
Jin.
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