Epictetus
Level 4 Valued Member
Introduction :
Epictetus is my favorite philosopher so I chose him as my forum avatar/name.
I've been training with kettlebells off and on since 2011 but am returning after a long hiatus. I'm 25 years old and am looking to get stronger in a safe way, with joint health and longevity as a priority.
Current Program :
Enter the Kettlebell : Rite of Passage
I did a test last night and got 5 easy reps with the 24kg on both arms.
Pressing days change based on work schedule and stress. For example, I'm off on Saturday so I'll make that a heavy day since free time is abundant and stress is low.
Mobility is done everyday no matter what :
Current Exercise Theory :
I believe that joint health, tendon health and structural integrity should be at the forefront of everyone's training. You're only as strong as your weakest link and generally speaking for most people those are the joints and tendons.
It's important to choose an exercise modality that inspires you and that you enjoy. Something you don't mind putting time in with that is reasonably safe.
What brought me back?
This article by Pavel
John “Roper” Saxon and the Kettlebell | StrongFirst
I'm looking forward to learning from everyone here.
Sincerely, Epictetus
Epictetus is my favorite philosopher so I chose him as my forum avatar/name.
I've been training with kettlebells off and on since 2011 but am returning after a long hiatus. I'm 25 years old and am looking to get stronger in a safe way, with joint health and longevity as a priority.
Current Program :
Enter the Kettlebell : Rite of Passage
I did a test last night and got 5 easy reps with the 24kg on both arms.
Pressing days change based on work schedule and stress. For example, I'm off on Saturday so I'll make that a heavy day since free time is abundant and stress is low.
Mobility is done everyday no matter what :
- Joint Circles
- Simple and Sinister Warmup
- Prying Goblet squats
- StrongFirst Hip Bridge
- Kettlebell Halos
- Convict Conditioning 2 Trifecta
- Bridging
- L-Sits
- Twisting
- Passive Bar Hanging
- Bretzels
- Kettlebell Arm Bars
- Get Strong Warmup
- Wrist Circles
- Toe Touch/Reach Overhead
- Downward/Upward Dog Switch
- Hollow Body
- Plank
- Done Intermittently Throughout the Day
- Walking
- 10,000 Steps
- Breathing Ladders
- Crawling/Rolling
- Walking
Current Exercise Theory :
I believe that joint health, tendon health and structural integrity should be at the forefront of everyone's training. You're only as strong as your weakest link and generally speaking for most people those are the joints and tendons.
It's important to choose an exercise modality that inspires you and that you enjoy. Something you don't mind putting time in with that is reasonably safe.
What brought me back?
This article by Pavel
John “Roper” Saxon and the Kettlebell | StrongFirst
I'm looking forward to learning from everyone here.
Sincerely, Epictetus
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