Author Archives: Doug Holland
Keystone State Kettlebell Sport Championship 2016
We had a great time in Lewisberg PA, working hard with the kettlebells. It was a friendly competition where everyone supports everyone. No one is made to feel inferior because you really are just competing against yourself and the clock. … Continue reading
77 year old swinging Competition kettlebell 12kg
Barbara is swinging a 12kg kettlebell for 3 sets of 30 reps for the first time. What makes us proud is that she is 77-years-old. She also did 1000 meters on the concept 2 rower, 60 body-weight squats, 30 pushups … Continue reading
30 Weeks To Lose 30 pounds Kettlebell Sport Week 1
Here is the first video of me training kettlebell sport. My only competition is myself. The only question that comes to mind while training is, “will I give in to the pain or can I make it another minute?” Kettlebell training … Continue reading
Dragon Lunge
This is a weird exercise I made up on accident. I was demonstrating a lung while holding the weights above my head. They suddenly dropped and I felt a great pump in my shoulders that I never felt before. It … Continue reading
Mixed Grip Bench Press
If you want to find your weaknesses in benching, try the mixed grip bench press. In this video we demonstrate how odd it might feel at first, but if you stick with it you will see gains. https://youtu.be/aFLTqp7DpoY
Crushing Your Biceps With Heavy Weight
Have you ever wanted to destroy your biceps to the point you cant brush your teeth? Have you ever wanted to throw dumbbells in a gym without the management yelling at you. How fun would it be to do a … Continue reading
Speed Sumo Deadlift Exercise
Speed Sumo Deadlifts are great for building strength, explosive power, by helping your nervous system overcome the fear of the lift. To many athletes get stuck in the bottom position because they psych themselves out by overthinking the initial pull. … Continue reading
Never Bench Press Without A Cage When Alone
This video is a perfect example of why I will never lift alone without a squat cage. You can die bench pressing without one. Imagine having a lot of weight rolling on to your neck. Here I am doing 370 … Continue reading
Barefoot Squats
Should I barefoot squat? What are the benefits? Will squatting barefoot cause plantar fasciitis? Will I lose balance? In this video I explain my experience with barefoot squats and how they can truly strengthen the feet. https://youtu.be/6KL8cTRv01Y
How To Keep Squat Bar From Hurting Your Shoulders
Would you like a quick tip on keeping the barbell from hurting your shoulders? Well, here is a video I made that should help you find the groove for where the bar should be on your shoulders. It should fit … Continue reading