Hi folks. Summer is just around the corner, and most of us are thinking about what we will look like in our summer clothes. It's not just about "how will I look in a bikini", but the overall affect of putting on the skimpier clothing for summer. We have all been able to hide our flaws with clothing, but unless you live in Afghanistan and choose to wear a burqa, our flaws become more visible in hot weather. With that said, we are all critical of ourselves, and these so called flaws are probably not visible to anyone else. But why not do what we can to be more comfortable?
Every year it is a concern for me. I have pale, white skin that is almost translucent, which does not hide the colorful blue veins in my legs. Add a few extra pounds to the mix, another birthday gone by, and the thought of putting shorts on causes anxiety...so I get it.
Now, there isn't much I can do for you about the pale skin, but getting your body in "summer" shape is an achievable goal with a kettlebell training regimen. And yes, everyone can do it. I'm 56 years old, and enjoy kettlebell training 3-4 times per week. It is keeping me in shape, and keeping me young.
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| Sue, Age 56 |
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| Judy, Age 73 |
In case you haven't read my earlier posts, I am not a workout person. I didn't touch a kettlebell until I was 51 years old. At the time, I was having some serious medical issues, was 30-40 pounds overweight, and feeling very old. My joints ached so badly, that I could hardly get out of bed in the morning. Michael introduced me to kettlebells, and the transformation began. It can work for you too!!
Is there any reason that women in there 50's and above shouldn't be using kettlebells? Because we are too old? Because life has passed us by so we should just curl up and wither away? Not on your life.
If kettlebells are used properly, with proper instruction and form, using the correct weight, just about anyone can use them.
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| Crystal, Age 29 |
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| Connie, Age 47 |
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| Sharol, Age 67 |
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| Tracy, Age 38 |
SKOGG Gym, in Portland, OR, has members ranging in age from 15 to 73. Over 50% of our members are women, and they get it on. It's fun!! Look at the smile on Judy's face. At 73, she was NOT doing a strenuous exercise regimen prior to joining SKOGG Gym just a few short weeks ago. When I asked her how she liked it, she said it is great. She can feel her whole body working, much more than Pilates classes she was doing prior. She wants to do all she can to stay fit and "young".
Sharol is 67 years young. Her face lights up when she walks into the gym. Sharol is a Warrior. What does that mean? That means she has completed a 10 minute snatch test with only one hand switch. In other words, she snatched for 5 full minutes on one side without stopping or setting down her kettlebell and then 5 full minutes on the other side. Oh, by the way, it was with a 26 pound kettlebell. I would like someone to tell Sharol that women in their 50's shouldn't be introduced to kettlebells; she was 66 years old when she picked up a kettlebell for the first time.
The women pictured here cover 6 decades. There is nothing that says there is an age limit on staying fit, which in turn keeps you young. Kettlebells are no exception.
Kettlebell training has gotten some bad press. There are those "celebrity trainers" who want to jump on the kettlebell fitness trend with no idea how to safely teach it to others. People have suffered back and shoulder injuries from bad technique and form. Be careful who you chose as your coach.
Michael Skogg has developed the SKOGG System for people of all ages, size, gender, and level of fitness. His background, US Special Forces, exposure to kettlebells 20 years ago in Scotland by a Highland Games Competitor, Weider National Kettlebell Trainer, and his extensive education and experience in rehabilitation and health and fitness, has enabled him to create a safe and effective system that works for most people.
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