Tag: Tendon
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Conditioning for GS, part 4 (cross training specificity)
From what I have seen and read, all top level Girevoy (kettlebell) sport athletes perform some type of cross training – this is most likely in an effort to improve their aerobic conditioning. Cross training may benefit GS athletes as kettlebell exercises have been shown to elicit a lower oxygen cost for the same given…
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Strength training for GS, Part 6. Getting stronger without getting bigger.
GS is a strength endurance sport. So increasing strength is an important factor for many people, especially if you wish to move up in kettlebell weight. A potential issue with increasing strength is a gain in muscle mass, general not an issue, however if it pushes you into the next weight category then muscle gains…