Fight Fans!!!

Dragon Door/RKC sponsors legendary MMA fighter, Fedor Emelianenko in upcoming battle against Dan Henderson, on Showtime
Dragon Door, the originator of the modern kettlebell movement and the world's premier site for Kettlebells, strength conditioning and advanced fitness resources, is proud to announce its sponsorship of legendary fighter Fedor Emelianenko in his upcoming battle against Dan Henderson on July 30th at the Sears Center in Hoffman Estates, IL.

The fight will be broadcast at 10:00 EST on Showtime: http://sports.sho.com/#/tvschedule

Shrouded in mystique in the world of Mixed Martial Arts, many aficionados have hailed Fedor as the greatest to ever do it, the Muhammad Ali of his sport. He remains one of the most fearsome and talented heavyweights in the world -- and practically a national hero in Russia. The Fedor-Henderson fight is being heavily advertised and promoted in the homeland and some fans are calling it 'Fedor's Second Coming'.

Dragon Door launched its RKC kettlebell training system in 2001, sparking a worldwide revolution in effective strength and conditioning for elite athletes, martial artists, military and all those seeking a supreme level of functional fitness.

Dragon Door's RKC programs offer a wealth of kettlebell information for generating superior strength and power -- including books, seminars, training certification programs, equipment and DVDs. Many of the resources are considered modern classics, including Enter the Kettlebell: Strength Secret of the Soviet Supermen (http://www.dragondoor.com/b33/?apid=4bb2ccbe98c1a written by former Soviet Special Forces physical training instructor Pavel Tsatsouline.

American hardmen of all stripes were quick to recognize what their Russian counterparts had long known -- nothing beats the kettlebell, when you're looking for a single tool to dramatically impact your strength and conditioning.

"This is an ideal fit for our team," writes John Du Cane, Founder and CEO of Dragon Door . "A great believer himself in kettlebells, Fedor embodies strength and power, and that's what our company has been all about for the past 20 years -- no gimmicks or fads, only hard work and training that builds resilience, strength and power."

Look for Dragon Door's RKC double-eagle logo displayed on Fedor's shorts on fight night!

As originator with Pavel Tsatsouline of the modern kettlebell movement, Du Cane has spent decades building the world's most informed and proficient community of kettlebell instructors, now in 43 countries and every U.S. state.

Dragon Door/RKC offers Certification Workshops (http://www.dragondoor.com/workshops/?apid=4bb2ccbe98c1a the globe -- from Budapest to San Diego to Philadelphia, to Korea to Belfast -- providing the highest quality kettlebell instructor program available. Pavel's Russian Kettlebell Challenge Certification Workshop gives professionals a crash course in Advanced Strength Skills, ignites new business opportunities, and propels attendees into the front ranks of physical excellence. An enthusiastic following of leading fitness and athletic authorities, trainers, doctors and therapists around the world have supported and attended their workshops since 2001.

RDD

I heard a great quote from Master RKC Brett Jones.. He said we are suffering form "RDD" or "Routine Deficit Disorder" we always want more and new, instead of getting good at something and working at something we generally tend to get bored and want to try the newest and latest workout craze or routine. Look at all the new stuff people are paying for out there "P90x" the 'Insanity Workout" and of course my personal favorite "Kettlebell Worx" we buy this stuff with a hope and promise that there is some kind of magical routine that will melt off fat and make us stronger. And when this magical routine does not work we buy something else in the same hopes of the last routine we just made 3 payments of $29.95 for, and the cycle continues. I am not a Magician nor do I do late night infomercials but I have a routine for you, its not easy but it is effective and will work every time if followed through for 6 weeks.

Part 1 - The hard part its called the "Table Push Away", yep eat less this is the hard part trust me I know. Try this eat 6 smaller meals a day, with a high quality protein at each meal and a fruit or vegetable at each meal. Drink 6-8 cups of water a day, take a mult-vitamin and fish oil supplement. Eat carbs at breakfast and after a workout only.

Part 2- "The Program Minimum" from Enter the Kettlebell

3 days a week
A1- Perform Turkish Get-ups x 5min
Rest
A2- Perform as many sets of 20 rep swings as you can in 12 minutes.

That's it only 17 minutes of work 3 days a week, on the other days do something you enjoy a bike ride, jog , walk yoga class etc..

Get good at something in your routine the Kettlebell Swing and the Turkish Get-up and enjoy the results, now wasn't that easier then pulling out your credit card and getting on the phone to order the next best thing?

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July Meet-up 2011

Announcing a new Meetup for High Desert Kettlebell Warriors!

What: July Meet-up
When: Saturday, July 16, 2011 8:00 AM

Where: Civic Center Park
14955 Dale Evans Parkway
Apple Valley, CA 92307



8am - Any new and interested people, I will be there at 8am to teach kettlebell basics to anyone who may be interested.

If you have had previous instruction try to show up by 8:45, the workout will start at 9am Sharp!

9am - My regulars and anyone else who has had instruction can participate in the workout.

Warm-up

The Workout: 40:20 format switch sides at the 20 second mark

* Front Squat r/l
* Rows r/l
* Sling Shots r/l
* Swings r/l
* Clean and Press r/l

Perform 4 rounds for 20 minutes.

Finished by 9:30 before it gets to hot I hope everyone can make it.

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Meet-up 6/11/11

This Weeks Meet-up
From the High Desert Kettlebell Warriors!

If your coming to next weeks Meet-up, I am going to change things up and introduce you guys to Double Bell work.

Double swings
Double Front squats
Double Cleans
Double Press
Double Snatch
Double Burpees

We will end the morning with a double bell circuit that was designed by the old kettlebell coach Steve Maxwell.

If you want a challenge come on out and if your new don't worry we will get you started with a single bell no problemo!!

See you next weekend.

PS- check out steves website maxwellsc.com and since this Meet-up is for Mens Health Week check out steves DVD "Cruel and Unusual Workouts for Real Men 2"

Kettlebell Class

Attention High Desert Kettlebell Enthusiast!

Outdoor Kettlebell Class!



Days - Tuesday and Thursdays from 6-6:45pm.

Length - 6weeks from April 19th-May 26th

Cost - $99

Instructor - Gary Gant,RKC
http://www.dragondoor.com/gary-gant/

For More info please visit www.highdesertkettlebellwarriors.com

Meet-up April 9th

What:

Meet-up April Saturday April 9th

Why:

To Introduce our Brand New Outdoor Kettlebell Class which will start April 19th - May 26th. A 6 week class to help kick start you into Summer! Tell your friends! Post it on Facebook! Tweet it!

When:

Saturday, April 9, 2011 10:15 AM

Where:

Brewster Park
21024 Otoe Rd
Apple Valley , CA 923

For more info click here

Simple Kettlebell Workouts

Kettlebell workouts were all the rage last year and this year it looks as if the trend will continue.

But what's so simple about kettlebell training?

Before I answer that question let's look at the top 3 stumbling blocks that prevent people from getting in shape.

1. Complicated exercise programs.

The trend in the fitness industry today is to make exercise programs more complex. There are more exercises in each program. There are more nuances to each exercise. The emphasis is on finding perfection instead of just getting going. As a result, confusion, frustration, and failure are a result.

2. Complicated exercises.

That's right, stand on this leg while moving that arm, but only do it in such-in-such a way or you'll blow your back out or fail to ever produce more offspring. Exercises should be simple and reflect all the movements you are likely to encounter in your daily life. They should not only get you in shape, but they should help you move better and give you more energy.

3. Failure to recognize progress.

With so many complicated exercise programs containing so many complicated exercises, how do you measure progress? Failure to make and/or recognize progress leads to frustration and failure. You may have been there more than once. You know the old saying, "the more moving parts, the easier to break."

Kettlebell workouts on the other hand, start off simple and progress to "advanced." In the world's first and leasing school of kettlebell training, the RKC, there are only six exercises to work with, or to "master." Using only these six can provide a lifetime of progress and unlimited fitness.

These kettlebell workouts aren't complicated. They're simple. The best way to start is with one or two of the six exercises. That way, it's easier to measure the progress you're making.

For example, the Swing, the foundational kettlebell training exercise, uses every single muscle in your body, focusing on your legs, hips, and abs, but also forces your body to use a lot of energy, severely taxing your heart and lungs, ensuring you get your cardio in.

You can track your progress very easily with the Swing. Simply count how many reps you do in a workout (five minutes of Swings when you're first starting out can be the most productive workout you've had in years...). Then in your next workout, do more reps. Keep the workout duration the same - say 10 minutes. Do this three times per week for 4 weeks and watch your body transform!

The most productive forms of exercise are the ones that are simple to perform and are easy to measure progress (results) to keep you motivated. Kettlebell workouts fit the bill perfectly. You owe it to yourself to finally make noticeable progress this year. If you've never used kettlebells before, now is the time to start using them. This is your year to finally get in the shape you've always wanted.

Geoff Neupert has been a fitness professional for over 16 years. He helps all types of people lose fat and get in the best shape of their lives by using kettlebells. Learn how to get in the best shape of your life by going to Kettlebell Secrets.

Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Geoff_Neupert

Ageless Athletes

Why is it that Seniors or told to take it easy when they exercise?

You know take a seat and do what you can, dont strain yourself.. etc.

As we age we loose Power, what is Power well the definition of power is

P=FxD/T Force times Distance divided by time, in other words the ability to apply force rapidy or get a certian amount of work done quickly.

Kettlebell training is Power Training and there is no reason why older people should not train for power, take a look at the videos below and you decide what kind of person you want to be as you age, and if you know a active retired or senior citizen then get them this DVD.

12- 30 minute kettlebell routines

Kettlebell Training is very time efficient because kettlebells require your whole body to perform the exercises not just body parts.

Below are 12 kettlebell routines if you train 3 days a week you now have 1 month of Kettlebell routines at your disposal.

#1 Get-ups and Rows and swings
5 rounds
A1- Turkish Get-ups x 1/1 (TGU)
A2 - Rows x 5/5
followed by
B1 - Swings 5 x 20

#2 Top of each minute
A1- TGU x 5minutes
Top of each minute alternate between squats and swings for 20 minutes
B1- 5 Goblet squats
B2- 15 swings

#3 Complex
A1- TGU x 5 min
Perform as many rounds as possible in 20 minutes
Complex
5 swings
5 cleans
5 front squats
complete one side then go to the other side without putting the bell down.

#4 Clean and Press
A1- Clean and press x 5/5 for 5 sets
B1- Swings 5 x20

#5 Complex
As many rounds as possible in 20 minutes
5 cleans
5 fronts squats
5 presses
weaker side first

#6 Press and Snatch
5 sets of each
A1- Clean and press x 5/5
A2 - Snatches x 10/10

#7 TGU and Snatch
A1- TGU x 5min
15 minutes top of each minute perform 5 snatches each arm
B1- Snatches x 5/5 top of each minute

#8 Complex
As many rounds as possible in 20 minutes:
5 swings
5 snatches
5 clean and press
5 front squats
weaker side first

#9 TGU/Cleans
5 rounds
A1- TGU x 1/1
A2 - Cleans x 5/5
A3 - Plank x 30 sec

#10 Circuit as many rounds as possible in 20 minutes
A1- 5 goblet squats
A2 - Clean and Press x 5/5
A3 - Swings x 10
Rest as needed and repeat

#11 Circuit as many rounds as possible in 20 minutes
A1- Snatches x 5/5
A2 - clean and Press x 5/5
A3 - Rows x 5/5
A4 - Goblet Squats x 5

# 12 Squat and Snatch
5 sets of each
A1- Squat to press x 5/5
A2 - Snatches x 10/10

There you have it 12 Kettlebell workouts that you can do in 30 minutes or less, to learn more about kettlebell training in the high desert then join our meet-up group at www.highdesertkettlebellwarriors.com