Fitness Anyone?

By Holly Peterson

A 'kettlebell' or girya (Russ.) is a traditional Russian cast iron weight that looks like a cannonball with a handle. The ultimate tool for extreme all-round fitness.

The kettlebell goes way back, it first appeared in a Russian dictionary in 1704 (Cherkikh, 1994). So popular were kettlebells in Tsarist Russia that any strongman or weightlifter was referred to as a girevik, or 'a kettlebell man'.

"Not a single sport develops our muscular strength and bodies as well as kettlebell athletics," reported Russian magazine Hercules in 1913.

Why train with kettlebells?

Because they deliver extreme all-round fitness. And no single other tool does it better. Here is a short list of hardware the Russian kettlebell replaces: barbells, dumbbells, belts for weighted pullups and dips, thick bars, lever bars, medicine balls, grip devices, and cardio equipment.

Kettlebell Beginner Workshop (4 hours)

The Beginner Workshop is geared toward the absolute Kettlebell beginner. Participants will learn proper form and technique with an emphasis on safety. The beginner workshop will prepare participants for more advanced classes and personal Kettlebell training sessions. This class is normally $100, but we are currently offering a 20% discount for all beginners that sign up online. Take advantage of this class for only $80!

Upcoming Workshop Dates: September 19, October 17, November 21

Enjoy!