What is periodization?... In basic English, periodization is simply the organization and planning of training. In sport, this planning is usually based upon achieving maximum physical abilities (strength, speed, power, etc..) for a given competition or period of competitions. In bodybuilding, the training might be organized around a specific bodybuilding contest. Most bodybuilders actually plan or instinctively “periodize” their training...

Training and rest... It is a well-known fact that most people need about 7-9 hours of sleep every night to recuperate from stress of daily activities. And it is a similar situation in sports – people participating must always remember to get adequate amount of rest between training sessions. There are those of us that couldn’t handle more than a couple of days of exercising or running a week. Then there are those few that have...

How to become a successful trainer?... How to Assist Trainers in Becoming Self Generating Some specific methods that trainers can use in order to become self generating include: Referral systems – All trainers should have a referral system in place that works best for that individual Follow-up calls – All leads need to be continually tracked. Remember the 2, 2, 2 principal Group exercise – Become an instructor, or get to know some...

Kettlebell Long Cycle Demo Video... Vasily Ginko, performing a long cycle demo. This video was shot by Emily at the International Kettlebell Sports Association (IKSA) event, 2009. Called girya in Russia, the kettlebell has been nationally recognised and kettlebell competition played throughout the world for decades.

Kettlebell Juggling Routine Video of Vasily Ginko... World Champion Kettlebell lifter, Vasily Ginko, completes a 3 minute juggling routine of a kettlebell. This video was shot by Emily at the International Kettlebell Sports Association (IKSA) event, 2009. Competitive kettlebell exercises include the ‘two kettlebell jerk’ and the ‘one kettlebell snatch’. Performed in that order for ten minutes each, the competitor with the highest overall score is...

Kettlebell Snatch Demo Videos... Watch Vasily Ginko, the World Champion in Kettlebell Lifting, perform a snatch demo. These videos were shot by Emily at the International Kettlebell Sports Association (IKSA) event, 2009. Kettlebells require an athlete to function on whole-body conditioning because manoeuvring a kettlebell requires effort from all muscles.

Kettlebell High Pull Video... Watch this video for demonstration of a high pull by World Champion kettlebell lifter Vasily Ginko. This video was shot by Emily at the International Kettlebell Sports Association (IKSA) event, 2009. Kettlebells can range in weight from around 1 kilogram up to 45 kilograms.

Kettlebell jumping – Palm to Fingers Video... How do you jump a Kettlebell from palm to fingers in a snatch? Watch this video of Vasily Ginko, World Kettlebell Champion, for some pointers. This video was shot by Emily at the International Kettlebell Sports Association (IKSA) event, 2009. Kettlebells are traditional Russian cast iron weights that look somewhat like a cannonball with a handle. Kettlebells can replace a traditional strength training regime as they focus...

Vasily Ginko Kettle Bell Course 2009... I would like thank everyone who attended the Vasily Ginko Kettle Bell course Level 1 and Level 2. I for one was very impressed with the work load that Vasily put into the 3 days, the guy did not stop demonstrating new and exciting lifts, co-ordination drills and power juggling he certainly put his stamp on Australia and I can safely say this Kettle Bell course blows all others out of the water!! I can also confirm that...

Vasily Ginko Kettle Bell Course Gallery... Lavanda Elite brought the World Champion in Kettle Bell lifting, Vasily Ginko, to Australia for the Level 1 and Level 2 International Kettlebell Sports Association certification course, 2009. Vasily didn’t stop all day – demonstrations of new lifts, coordination drills and his amazing power juggling prove why this guy is ranked number 1 in the world. Check out the pictures taken on the day. To view an image...