Show Notes
Find out how REAL WORLD STRONG you are with my Real World Strong Challenge! https://www.RealWorldStrong.com In this episode Geoff and I discuss:
[0:03:10–0:07:00] Why Kettlebell Muscle Was Written
[0:07:00–0:08:22] Why the Book Went Out of Print & Why It Came Back
[0:08:22–0:13:57] Kettlebells vs. Barbells/Dumbbells for Muscle
[0:13:57–0:18:27] Why Complexes Are So Effective for Muscle
[0:18:27–0:23:29] PEDs, Classic Bodybuilding, and Real-World Training
[0:23:29–0:29:41] Research vs. Real-World Practice
[0:29:41–0:33:38] Why No Lunges/Rows/Floor Press in the Complexes
[0:33:38–0:37:41] Complexes Beyond Hypertrophy: Conditioning, Strength, Technique
[0:37:41–0:42:35] What's New in the Updated Kettlebell Muscle
[0:42:35–0:44:03] Geoff's Broader Direction & Final Thoughts
Contact / links: Main site: ChasingStrength.com Book site: KettlebellMuscle.com Email: [email protected] What good is your strength if it starts and stops in the gym or your home's courage corner? Strength is supposed to help you conquer the world around you - namely by dominating any challenge it throws at you, leaping into action to protect your family and loved ones, and commanding the respect and awe of those who matter to you. See how well your training has prepared you by taking my Real World Strong Challenge. Even cooler, it's free. How free? I'm talkin' freer than the 4th of July, my friend. Get started here: https://www.RealWorldStrong.com Have fun and happy training! Aleks Salkin
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