I “discovered” Dan a few short months ago. The podcast and his livestreams with Pat Flynn are amazing and provide great information. Not only do they cover strength training but the wisdom that they provide about life, how it hits and how to get up is gold. Comment for the Algo! Don’t forget to share, like and subscribe
Dan, I'm thirteen out of twenty days, and 5100 rep's, into the 10,000 kettlebell swing challenge. I had a rest day today and decided to do a slow and easy pull-ups workout. Best went from 10 to 13, and I haven't touched a pull-up bar since I started the routine. My grip strength, range of motion, endurance, all of it got a massive boost. Thanks for the challenge Dan. Mega.
Good morning Dan! I will address this issue as 'adding a heavier KB to collection of light KBs', as opposed to 'I just bought my first KB and it weighs 40kg' (that's another conversation). I love this topic! I understand both schools of thought regarding heavy kettlebells (grossly, that one says you don't need them and the other saying if you can lift it then do so). I started with a 40 pounder. We've had it for over ten years. I used it for warm ups only (I was strictly into barbell training), in low volume, and sometimes only rarely. Then I really got into KBs. I bought a 10 and then a 20 pounder for warm ups, mobility, and experimenting with movements that required more technique or rotation. The 40 quickly became 'easy' after switching focus - though I've never reached the point where all the benefit is milked. I just need a higher volume than before. A few months into my new focus I bought a 62 pounder. What a monster it was. I was wondering if I had made a mistake and how long it would take me to get used to it. I liked having it around because I could do all the same movements with it as the 40 (or of course if I stacked the 40 and 20) but just in lower volumes and slower. It took me about a year of working it in and now I use it regularly though sparingly because it is heavy and as any KB practitioner can attest - this little ball with a handle can toast people. I am already eyeing an 88 pounder for loaded carries and swings - after I've used the stacked 62 and 20 more consistently. I think each load has its place in programs, to be used thoughtfully as any other training variable. That's another continuum of thought with KBs - that you can go simple and do one or two moves a lot or that you can program all the variables, use progressive overload, and manage the numbers over time (Rocky vs Drago). Adding a heavier KB to a collection of lighter KBs expands the dimensions of training you can access. In any case I love having the heavy KB around because it puts the next level in front of me to work towards and gives me more ways to get stronger.
"How would you develop a Superhero physique?" *regular YT gym bro* "uh curls and squats" *Dan John* "we're going to fiji, removing blue lights/rising with the sun, walking to a salmon and egg Breakfast, presses for the strong frame, hip hinge work for the glutes, core work, etc...." Thoughtful and insightful, classic Dan John.
So interesting story- I deadlifted 505 for a single at bodyweight 265. I then didn't deadlift for close to a year and a half. Prepped for RKC cert (passed it) I came back to gym to do a 5x5 1 lift a day for 4 weeks and pulled a 510 double at 225 bodyweight. I don't know if I could have hit it had I not lifted it before, but also its interesting that with just kettlebell training I was able to do come back and do that. Alot to unpack! Great vidcast, coach !
These podcasts get better every week; I look forward to them along with Pat and Dan on Tuesdays. Thank you for 'showing up' a week at a time, very inspiring and much appreciated. The advice for getting in shape for flag football was Golden!
Loved the detail you went into for Hollywood boot camp! It just sounded like a great regime full stop ! Reckon athletes could get something out of it aswell? I think so!
I really appreciate your clarifications on heavy kettlebells. I wondered about the double standard regarding what is considered heavy in the barbell and kettlebell world. I like the principle of trying to get rid of the FOMO.... Thanks Dan
Football. I've always believed that players are made in the off season and teams are made during the season. So when I hear of coaches doing Max competitions or encouraging lots of lifting on top of practice I wonder if they have any clue.
I “discovered” Dan a few short months ago. The podcast and his livestreams with Pat Flynn are amazing and provide great information.
Not only do they cover strength training but the wisdom that they provide about life, how it hits and how to get up is gold.
Comment for the Algo! Don’t forget to share, like and subscribe
Thank you!
Dan, I'm thirteen out of twenty days, and 5100 rep's, into the 10,000 kettlebell swing challenge. I had a rest day today and decided to do a slow and easy pull-ups workout. Best went from 10 to 13, and I haven't touched a pull-up bar since I started the routine. My grip strength, range of motion, endurance, all of it got a massive boost. Thanks for the challenge Dan. Mega.
The only podcast I watch and take notes...lol
Good morning Dan! I will address this issue as 'adding a heavier KB to collection of light KBs', as opposed to 'I just bought my first KB and it weighs 40kg' (that's another conversation). I love this topic!
I understand both schools of thought regarding heavy kettlebells (grossly, that one says you don't need them and the other saying if you can lift it then do so). I started with a 40 pounder. We've had it for over ten years. I used it for warm ups only (I was strictly into barbell training), in low volume, and sometimes only rarely. Then I really got into KBs. I bought a 10 and then a 20 pounder for warm ups, mobility, and experimenting with movements that required more technique or rotation. The 40 quickly became 'easy' after switching focus - though I've never reached the point where all the benefit is milked. I just need a higher volume than before.
A few months into my new focus I bought a 62 pounder. What a monster it was. I was wondering if I had made a mistake and how long it would take me to get used to it. I liked having it around because I could do all the same movements with it as the 40 (or of course if I stacked the 40 and 20) but just in lower volumes and slower. It took me about a year of working it in and now I use it regularly though sparingly because it is heavy and as any KB practitioner can attest - this little ball with a handle can toast people. I am already eyeing an 88 pounder for loaded carries and swings - after I've used the stacked 62 and 20 more consistently.
I think each load has its place in programs, to be used thoughtfully as any other training variable. That's another continuum of thought with KBs - that you can go simple and do one or two moves a lot or that you can program all the variables, use progressive overload, and manage the numbers over time (Rocky vs Drago). Adding a heavier KB to a collection of lighter KBs expands the dimensions of training you can access.
In any case I love having the heavy KB around because it puts the next level in front of me to work towards and gives me more ways to get stronger.
"How would you develop a Superhero physique?"
*regular YT gym bro* "uh curls and squats"
*Dan John* "we're going to fiji, removing blue lights/rising with the sun, walking to a salmon and egg Breakfast, presses for the strong frame, hip hinge work for the glutes, core work, etc...."
Thoughtful and insightful, classic Dan John.
One of my favorite episodes I’ve ever listened to by Dan.
Swings, goblet squats, and half kneeling presses is my perfect program. Oh and some suitcase carries to get the bells where I need them.
This episode, and the past few ones, have been absolute gems.
yeah, ngl, it's the first one I didnt jump around the questions. each question was good and each answer was great
So interesting story- I deadlifted 505 for a single at bodyweight 265. I then didn't deadlift for close to a year and a half. Prepped for RKC cert (passed it) I came back to gym to do a 5x5 1 lift a day for 4 weeks and pulled a 510 double at 225 bodyweight.
I don't know if I could have hit it had I not lifted it before, but also its interesting that with just kettlebell training I was able to do come back and do that. Alot to unpack! Great vidcast, coach !
These podcasts get better every week; I look forward to them along with Pat and Dan on Tuesdays. Thank you for 'showing up' a week at a time, very inspiring and much appreciated. The advice for getting in shape for flag football was Golden!
What a great show, Dan! Thank you for continuing to show up for us
Loved the detail you went into for Hollywood boot camp! It just sounded like a great regime full stop ! Reckon athletes could get something out of it aswell? I think so!
loved that last question (and its answer)
I really appreciate your clarifications on heavy kettlebells. I wondered about the double standard regarding what is considered heavy in the barbell and kettlebell world. I like the principle of trying to get rid of the FOMO.... Thanks Dan
Another great episode! Love the analysis on barbell vs. kettlebell as tools with distinct, optimal use cases.
Glad you like them!
Entertaining and enlightening.
Thanks Dan!
Football. I've always believed that players are made in the off season and teams are made during the season. So when I hear of coaches doing Max competitions or encouraging lots of lifting on top of practice I wonder if they have any clue.
I would agree with you.