Cool Online Articles

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Recently I’ve come across some cool articles with good information.

Here is a blog post by my friend and Parkour coach, Colin Pistell. He talks about the popular imagery in various gyms, websites, and tattoos that depict what he calls the “death aesthetic.”

Speaking of the death aesthetic, t-nation is full of blood-red symbols and hardcore pictures that scare little children and adults away from exercise. Fortunately for us, they have some good columnists and Dan John is always worth checking out. Here is an article he wrote about a great exercise, the kettlebell swing.

Somewhere in time I came across a website dedicated to the memory of Dr. George Sheehan, a cardiologist, runner, and philosopher. This is an essay he wrote called “Life is not a Spectator Sport.” He speaks of the dangers of being sedentary.

We should always question the reasons behind why we do the things we do. Here is an article that may have you question whether or not organic foods are superior to non-organic.

Paul Piracci, BS CSCS

Paul brings a background of athletics and education to the Empower team. He believes that wellness should be viewed as a blended lifestyle that balances nutrition, a healthy mind, and fitness which incorporates fun recreational activities. For more information about Empower Personal Training please call (919) 401-8024.

Kettlebells

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A kettlebell is a cannonball with a handle.

You can use them to work every muscle in your body. Kettlebells can be used to achieve any fitness goals you may have. Too cold outside for a run and don’t have access to a treadmill? Do kettlebell swings for 20 minutes and you have an aerobic workout. Looking to increase your power and coordination? Grab a kettlebell and do some snatches or clean and presses. Want to know my favorite core exercise? Try a Turkish get-up (watch).

The best part about kettlebells is that you can perform all the same exercises that you would normally do with dumbbells like presses, rows, lunges, bicep curls- you don’t need to be an expert.

If you feel like you need some instruction come in to Empower and try out our Saturday kettlebell class. It starts at 9:30 AM every Saturday and the first one is free of charge. You can just show up or sign up here for your convenience. Cheers!

Paul Piracci, CSCS Professional Trainer

Paul brings a background of athletics and education to the Empower team. He believes that wellness should be viewed as a blended lifestyle that balances nutrition, a healthy mind, and fitness which incorporates fun recreational activities. For more information about Empower Personal Training please call (919) 401-8024.