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Anaheim Hills – (714) 998-8019
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Category Archives: free weights

Kettlebell Overhead Lunge

Kettlebell Overhead Lunge

A Kettlebell Routine For Intermediate Users

The muscle groups most affected by this exercise will be the lower back, shoulders, abdominals, calves, gluteus maximus and hamstrings. Always warm up before beginning this or any other weightlifting routine. If you're just starting out with kettlebell exercises, give it a little time before you try this one.

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Kettlebell Power Plank with Row

Kettlebell Power Plank with Row

Step by Step Instructions

This week, we have another kettlebell workout in our ongoing series. This kettlebell routine is intended for advanced users. Below are step by step instructions for the proper execution of the Kettlebell Power Plank with Row – also known as the Renegade Row exercise. Like all weightlifting exercises, the kettlebell Renegade Row routine should be executed with care and attention to proper form. The muscle groups most affected by this kettlebell exercise will be the middle back, latissimus dorsi, biceps, triceps, abdominals and the chest.

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Your Weightlifting Routine

Your Weightlifting Routine

Keys to Creating a Good Weightlifting Routine

A good weightlifting routine is the result of thought and patience. Beginners often make the mistake of expecting too much too quickly. We can all gain 5 pounds with little effort, but adding 5 pounds of lean muscle is far from easy. In order to build muscle, you need to progressively increase the number of repetitions in your weightlifting workout. Your initial goal should be to take the number of repetitions beyond 12. Once you cross that mark, you should then look at periodically increasing your reps by 5% or more.

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Kettlebell One-Leg Deadlift

Kettlebell One-Leg Deadlift

Step by Step Instructions for the One-Leg Deadlift

Below are step by step instructions for the proper execution of the Kettlebell One-Leg Deadlift exercise. Like all weightlifting routines, this kettlebell exercise should be executed with caution and proper form. The muscle groups most affected by this kettlebell routine will be the latissimus dorsi, abdominals, quadriceps, and hamstrings. This is an advanced level kettlebell routine.

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Kettlebell Thruster

Kettlebell Thruster

Step by Step Instructions for the Kettlebell Thruster

Kettlebells can be added to almost any exercise regime, regardless of age, gender, or fitness level. The key, as in all weight lifting exercises, is to execute with care and proper form, and with the appropriate weight for your level of fitness and expertise. In this post, we'll explain the proper execution of the Kettlebell Thruster routine.

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Kettlebell Russian Twist

Kettlebell Russian Twist

Step by Step Instructions for the Kettlebell Russian Twist

In this installment of our kettlebell workout series, we'll explain the proper execution of the kettlebell Russian twist. This exercise routine is for intermediate kettlebell users. The muscle groups most affected by this routine will be the abdominals and the lower back. Like all weightlifting routines, this exercise should be executed with care and proper form.

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Kettlebell Single Arm Front Squat

Kettlebell Single Arm Front Squat

Step by Step Instructions

It's kettlebell time again! In this installment of our kettlebell workout series, we'll be explaining the proper execution of the single-arm front squat. This exercise routine is for intermediate kettlebell users. Like all weightlifting routines, this kettlebell exercise should be executed with caution and proper form. The muscle groups most affected by this routine will be the abdominals, quadriceps, gluteus maximus and hamstrings. Always warmup before you begin this or any weightlifting workout.

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Dumbbell Exercises

Dumbbell Exercises

10 Best Dumbbell Exercises For Sculpting Arms

Strong arms are always in season. That's a fact. If you want to tone your arms, you don't actually need a gym full of equipment and a personal trainer at your beck and call. All you need to build seriously strong arms is a pair of dumbbells, about 15 minutes, and this list of the absolute best arm toning dumbbell exercises.

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Kettlebell Push-Up with Row

Kettlebell Push-Up with Row

Step by Step Instructions For Kettlebell Push-Up with Row

It's kettlebell workout time again. This week, we're covering the proper execution of the Kettlebell Push-Up with Row exercise. This kettlebell exercise is for advanced users and should be approached with care and preparation, as with all weightlifting exercises. The muscle groups most affected by this kettlebell exercise routine will be the middle back, latissimus dorsi, biceps, triceps, abdominals and chest.

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Kettlebell Lunge Pass-Through

Kettlebell Lunge Pass-Through

Step by Step Instructions for the Lunge Pass-Through

Time for another installment in our kettlebell workout series. This time, we have an excellent kettlebell routine for intermediate users. We'll be explaining the proper execution of the Kettlebell Lunge Pass-Through exercise. Like all weightlifting routines, this kettlebell exercise should be executed with caution and proper form. The muscle groups most affected by this routine will be the quadriceps, calves, and gluteus maximus. Always warmup before you begin this or any kettlebell workout.

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