IKFF Certified
Over the years, I found that I was enjoying the “traditional” gym experience less and less.
I didn’t like the drive.
I didn’t like waiting to use basic pieces of equipment.
I didn’t like that my workouts left me feeling drained, rather than energized.
Ultimately I needed a new challenge: Enter the Kettlebell.
I came across a video of Pavel Tsatsouline talking about kettlebells and, like many others, became intrigued.
I did my research, bought a few kettlebells, and then YouTubed my way into making use of the “cannonballs with handles” that were in my workout space I lovingly refer to as the Dojo.
Along the way, I discovered Steve Cotter and eventually decided to try to be more intentional about building a foundation for the technical aspects of the standard kettlebell lifts.
While I’ve completed my Level 1 certification I am still building that foundation for solid technique so I can be safe and strong.
IKFF Level 1
Requirements:
20kg x 100 Hand-hand Swings, then
20kg x 16 reps per hand AND 2 min per hand (4 min total non-stop) 1 hand Clean & Press (or Clean and Push/Press), then
20kg x 60 one hand Snatch, with only 1 hand chance allowed, then
20kg x 30 Full Squats (Below parallel) AND 2 min
*no rest between exercises
