This was another bodyweight calisthenics focused book by Al Kavadlo. He again demonstrated a plethora of primary exercises and their variations to focThis was another bodyweight calisthenics focused book by Al Kavadlo. He again demonstrated a plethora of primary exercises and their variations to focus on pull-up, dips, the abdominals on the bar. Next was the handstand, handstand pushs, levers, and one-arm pull-ups. [image] [image] The Beyond the Bar words of wisdom chapter gave sample workout routines that one can adopt unto their own and advice on frequent, volume, and individual conditioning. This was another good publication by Dragon Door and I would recommend the two-volume Convict Conditioning books by "Coach" Paul Wade. Thanks!...more
This was a good start to learning how to use only bodyweight calisthenics to boost strength. Al Kavadlo focused on three exercises: the push-up, the sThis was a good start to learning how to use only bodyweight calisthenics to boost strength. Al Kavadlo focused on three exercises: the push-up, the squat, amd the back bridge. He did a great job of explaining the mechanics, focal points, and aims of achievement for each exercise. [image] [image] The text had lots of pictures for progression exercises, alternative exercises, and advanced forms of the three foundations in the text. I would recommend this and the two-volumed Convict Conditioning by "Coach" Paul Wade that are also published by Dragon Door. Thanks!...more
This is one of the essential Pavel Tsatsouline workout reference manuals in my opinion. This book focused on improving overall performance in the areaThis is one of the essential Pavel Tsatsouline workout reference manuals in my opinion. This book focused on improving overall performance in the areas of both strength and flexibility. The book first part of the book focused on Joint Health and Mobility: paradoxical breathing, theory of limit loading, joint mobility and muscle flexibility. These drills targeted the shoulders, arms, wrists, hips, waist, spine health, knees, and ankles.
The second part was strength-focused in regards to enhancing flexibility alongside mobility: active & passive stretching, agonists & antagonists, the ideomotor effect, Ukhtomsky Reflex, tight muscles vs. toned muscles, and more.
Overall this was a great book at increasing performance through flexibility-mobility-strength with the overall aim of preventing injuries. I would recommend anything by Pavel Tsatsouline as his material goes beyond the basics and you actually learn something. Thanks!...more
I would only suggest this if want a challenge. If you have mastered the mechanics of the snatch, go to the next level and buy this book. Kenneth Jay gI would only suggest this if want a challenge. If you have mastered the mechanics of the snatch, go to the next level and buy this book. Kenneth Jay gives scientific evidemnce and a workout routine to accalate your cardiovasuclar enduracne using the kettlebell snatch exercise.
There is a simple test that runs for ablout five minutes. This helps determine your snatch cadence based off your VO2Max index. From there you can start the 15:15 work/rest cycle. You will seriously get in better shape than you were before. Great book. Thanks! ...more
This is a must have for bodyweight workouts! Each sheet has what exercise you do and the reps, it's that simple. Each page has a "daily tip of advice"This is a must have for bodyweight workouts! Each sheet has what exercise you do and the reps, it's that simple. Each page has a "daily tip of advice" that includes such topics as "On Rest Between Sets", "On Nutrition", and "On Shin Training" just as a few examples. The journal has the list of workout plans (New Blood, Veterano, Lockdown) that are taken from the first Convict Conditioning. Also the book gives you an abbreviated progression chart for each of the Big Six Exercises. For a serious student of bodyweight exercises, this journal will only help you track your progress and give sound advice. [image] The book's last advice is "On Moving On:
"All 'systems'--no matter how good--are ultimately prisons. They are confining for the mind and the body. Convict Conditioning is no different. Spend time with the system, absorb what it has to teach. When the time comes for you to change your training, or develop further in a different direction, you must do so. There is no `dogma' in Convict Conditioning. Eventually all students will evolve beyond it, and build their own 'system' to live in for a while."
Highly recommended from Dragon Door Publishing. Thanks!...more
This book goes further into the Convict Conditioning method. If you have not read the first book, I would recommend do that before undertaking the exeThis book goes further into the Convict Conditioning method. If you have not read the first book, I would recommend do that before undertaking the exercises in this book.
This book builds on the strength foundation and targets smaller/neglected areas. The target areas of this book are the grip strength and fingertip push-ups, the obliques, the "weakest link, the neck", and calf strength. [image] [image] Joint health & rehabilitation, flexibility, mobility, and control are the next big exercises in the book. The last section deals with being healthy, both physically and mentally, and the Eight Laws of Healing.
I think both Convict Conditioning books are great would be a value to anyone. Highly recommended! Thanks!...more
[image] This book is a must. Once again, Dragon Door Publications gives the world a great book. Paul "Coach" Wade gives us a book that needs to be read[image] This book is a must. Once again, Dragon Door Publications gives the world a great book. Paul "Coach" Wade gives us a book that needs to be read by everyone out there who is invested in superior and elite physical fitness. I read this and stuck to this regimen when I was deployed. The results were remarkable.
The body: the perfect weight to perform the Big Six functional exercises. [image] 1. The one-armed push-up 2. The one-legged pistol squat 3. The one-armed pull-up 4. The stand-to-stand back bridge 5. The hanging straight leg raise 6. The one-armed handstand push-up
"Coach" Wade gives us insight and the philosophy of becoming the best you can become. His "Lights Out" no nonsense attitude is one of the best. [image] Recommended: ALL YOU'LL EVER NEED... 1. "Enter the Kettlebell" by Pavel Tsatsouline (book & DVD) 2. "Convict Conditioning" by Paul "Coach" Wade (Book) 3. "Resilient" by Pavel Tsatsouline (DVD) 4. "Viking Warrior Conditioning" by Kenneth Jay (book)
Pavel Tsatsouline teaches a stretching method I never would have dreamed of doing. Most people stretch by bending, tugging, or pulling. It uses a techPavel Tsatsouline teaches a stretching method I never would have dreamed of doing. Most people stretch by bending, tugging, or pulling. It uses a technique called Forced Relaxation. By using tension, you are actually flexing into a stretch.
It sounds impossible "You can't stretch a tense muscle!" But this method makes you wait out your tension and increases flexibility.
This is a very remarkable book and I highly recommend it. Honestly, I recommend anything by Pavel. Thanks!...more
This book does help you to become the Naked Warrior. The concepts within these pages are one-armed push-ups and 'Pistols', or one-legged squats. The iThis book does help you to become the Naked Warrior. The concepts within these pages are one-armed push-ups and 'Pistols', or one-legged squats. The interval training methods here will definitry help anyone to master bodyweight strength.
I learned about Positive support neural networking in your hands and feet. I learned why it's important to train without wearing gloves and shoes (or flat Chuck Taylors). I learned how to breath properly and learn how to "Zip up" your body to create relaxed tension. This is a great way tofurther your knowledge with Pavel's excellent training method. I would recommend it to someone coming back from an injury. Thanks!...more
This is the essential fundamental work-out book for the Russian kettlebell. Pavel Tsatsouline has a great approach to learning how to exercise with thThis is the essential fundamental work-out book for the Russian kettlebell. Pavel Tsatsouline has a great approach to learning how to exercise with this. He teaches the basics and then moves into the fundamental exercises. These are taught in a detailed and safe way:
1. The Clean [image] 2. The Swing 3. The Turkish Get Up [image] 4. The Press 5. The High Pull 6. The Snatch
There's a detailed workout plan for a newbie to follow, safety tips, and lots of other information pertaining to the kettlebell. This is the first book (and DVD) you should undertake to get a solid foundation.
**Crossfit like to do it differently. I've seen people get injured (shoulders, back, elbows) because their movements differ from what Pavel teaches here.**
I would absolutely recommend this to anyone looking for a drastically different workout routine. If you're not convinced, check it out on YouTube. Thanks!...more
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