The Hammer Cast

Get my 9-Minute Kettlebell & Bodyweight Challenge FREE here: http://www.AleksSalkin.com Fact: physical weakness has swept across the land. But it doesn't have to be that way. You can make incredible strength gains by tackling one major problem - your grip strength - and start making radical changes to your full-body strength in the process. This episode will show you how.

Get my 9-Minute Kettlebell & Bodyweight Challenge FREE here: http://www.AleksSalkin.com I'm sure this episode will rustle some jimmies, but it's true: when it comes to using kettlebells to build your glutes, there are far better options than kettlebell swings. Check out this article for details: Why Kettlebell Swings Kinda Suck For Building the Glutes | by Aleks Salkin | In Fitness And In Health | Medium

Get my 9-Minute Kettlebell & Bodyweight Challenge FREE here: http://www.AleksSalkin.com Ain't no two ways about it, friend: our shoulders can be pretty easily busted up. And while I can't promise you this will fix them up 100%, I CAN say that they've help me help both myself and others in making sure that everything works the way it's supposed to. Special thanks to former gymnast and Master SFG instructor Mark Reifkind for introducing me to these.

Get my 9-Minute Kettlebell & Bodyweight Challenge FREE here: http://www.AleksSalkin.com As much as you may have been told - and really REALLY want to believe - that swings and Get Ups are the best possible workout you can do, I can assure you: you will get a LOT stronger if you expand your horizons. On this episode I dive a bit deeper into the how and why.

Get my 9-Minute Kettlebell & Bodyweight Challenge FREE here: http://www.AleksSalkin.com I hold this truth to be self-evident that NOT all bodyweight exercises are created equal. Yes, that's right, there are some that are just better than others. I explain which ones in this episode.

Get my 9-Minute Kettlebell & Bodyweight Challenge FREE here: http://www.AleksSalkin.com Jacked-up shoulders: everyone's had 'em at some point, not everyone does something about it. Well, I'm bound and determined not to let your shoulders hold you back if at all possible. Let's see if these two moves can fix 'em up a bit, shall we? For more details, check out this-here article: 'Fugged Up' Shoulders? These 2 Moves Just Might Fix That | by Aleks Salkin | In Fitness And In Health | Medium

Get my 9-Minute Kettlebell & Bodyweight Challenge FREE here: http://www.AleksSalkin.com Let's face it: you've racked up a little mileage on your body by now. But don't worry, unlike a car, high mileage doesn't necessarily mean less value - it just means you've gotta commandeer your Soft Machine a little differently. I give you a couple of majorly-helpful tips in this brief and bodacious episode. Like what you hear? Snag yourself a FREE copy of my 9-Minute Kettlebell & Bodyweight Challenge here - www.9minutechallenge.com And be sure to send this podcast to a friend or 10 if you think it might do someone else some good. Have fun and happy training! Aleks

Get my 9-Minute Kettlebell & Bodyweight Challenge FREE here: http://www.AleksSalkin.com When it comes to kettlebell exercises, few get as overlooked and underappreciated as the deadlift. And what a shame, too, since even at relatively light weights you'll be amazed at just how much strength and muscle you can build with a few essential (and avante garde) kettlebell deadlifts. Check out this article for more details: The 'athletic' deadlift variation that builds raw lower body power | by Aleks Salkin | Medium

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Get my 9-Minute Kettlebell & Bodyweight Challenge FREE here: http://www.AleksSalkin.com On this episode of the Hammer Cast I'm joined by legendary kettlebell instructor Jeff Sokol. We talk about his origin story, how he discovered the kettlebell, and the moment he finally decided to take the giant leap into a full-time career as a kettlebell coach. Follow Jeff online at SokolStrong.com and on Instagram at @Sokol Strong And if you haven't already, be sure to snag a copy of my 9-Minute Kettlebell & Bodyweight challenge FREE right here: http://www.AleksSalkin.com