Bowflex SelectTech Adjustable Kettlebell | $119 | 40% discount | Amazon The key to not hitting the weightlifting plateau is progressive overload: the principle of increasing weight in training to work the muscle and strength. That’s fine until you’re working out at home and have to buy new weights every few months. To safely continue … Read more
Oscillating Bar Overhead Press This is not a good replacement for a strict press, as the instability means you can’t use as much weight. However, it’s a great workout for the muscles that stabilize the shoulders during a press, including the core—basically everything from the hips up. Make it harder by using thinner bands, even … Read more
Photo: oleksboiko (Shutterstock) Forearm or wrist bruises are a common problem when you first start working out with kettlebells, but it doesn’t have to be. People who are able to do start after start without pauses are No just used to pain; they simply have learned how to do the move without hitting his wrist. … Read more
Photo: YAKOBCHUK VYACHESLAV (Shutterstock) Fitness is one of those areas where you can literally spend as much money as you have. There are gyms that cost $10 a month and there are gyms, sorry, boutique fitness studios—that will run you $50 or more per workout. There is a similar wide open price range for clothing, … Read more
Photo: Beth Skwarecki If you have little space or can’t afford an entire kettlebell collection, a good quality adjustable kettlebell is one of the best investments you can make for in-strength training at home. I have two Titan adjustable competition hoods, which can be as light as 12 kilos (26 pounds) or as heavy as … Read more