This is a false dichotomy (functional movement vs. bodybuilding) that has negatively affected strength training.

Yes, do functional movements but also build some extra muscle with specificity. ...

Switch to muscle mode - strengthen abs, obliques, triceps, biceps, rhomboids and go back to pushups

Thanks Max.

New Comrade, Here's a good explanation of the hollow position IMO - you can easily see the thoracic flexion Max mentions above:

http://www.allthingsgym.com/planche-lean-form/

Max - could you comment on hollow position and putting arms over head. At your excellent workshop that I would highly recommend to any one with a body I vaguely recall you advising against putting...

You're right, these are not strict HS swings. They are lazy swings.

This is the RKC swing/squat workout but with 50 swings added. That workout killed me at the 2008 RKC. Bodyweight training has really helped my single KB work.

Great workout if you don't have a...

Andrew,

Wrote this quickly yesterday...yes, do not put the bell down. You can rest in the bottom of the squat position if you need to.

What is the RKC version of this monstrosity, I can't...

24kg:

10 goblet squat
10 (2H) swings
9 goblet squats
10 swings
8 goblet squat
10 swings
etc.

This is slick stuff, thanks for posting it.

Thanks Al just picked up RTB dvd.

Looking for handstand info and one arm pullup info.

I'd like to get a physical book.

Should I get Raising the Bar or wait until Pushing the Limits comes out in holding in your hands edition?

sound engineering

I found 600 pounds of plates a functional bar on craigslist for $90.

Everyone needs a barbell, KBs and BW know how.

Hip/glute centered BW squats (done slowly) and lat/ab focused plank/pushups and maybe some power breathing to fire the abs that stabilizes the low back IMO

Dennis - you are right on. When all else fails...comedy.

I received this review for www.yourstrengthsource.com/pistolsecrets

“Thanks for the link to the ebook. I was hesitant about possibly seeing the same old exercises again, but took a chance and...

i would never do it or advise anyone else to.

Anyone ever do ice training?

not sure about shrugs, but without a doubt keep them packed for DLs and squats (maybe not BW pistols...not a priority). lat activation helps stabilize your upper back.

Dennis, exactly. Well put.

I've seen fat powerlifters but I've never seen a fat gymnast. Not to say I don't love lifting heavy stuff, but start with BW!!

Bodyweight is also a good option for getting stronger while losing weight because your strength is automatically rewarded for shedding pounds. Strategically working in low rep barbell or explosive...

Parts of it.

I'm calling shenanigans

To continue to enjoy training consistently and set surprise PRs. Enjoy getting more with less. Not stressing about training or results.

Pipes,

the hardest part was the pullups, but i really think its because i haven't been training them at all lately. on the second rep i thought to myself "these feel heavier than than they...

Just fixed the butt thing. I might be able to make it, not sure yet. Looks like 3 days of fun.

Here's my first attempt. Comments/critiques welcome.

Its been a little chilly in my garage gym where my PU bar is so have been wussing out lately and staying inside where its warm to work on...

Free PDF:

http://www.yourstrengthsource.com/how-to-do-weighted-and-unweighted-pullups/

depends on how you do the pushup and how much the person ways and probably some other factors

Dennis, how much do you weight? That is incredible.

Tom, I'm going to check out that book. I've been dealing with a side hip issue for over a year.