I wanted to throw around #155 because this weight is used a bunch in the upcoming El Paso competition. There are going to be some great athletes...also this weekend is the fittest games challenge where our very own Deric Maroooookwin and Robert Ayala are competing...come out to Crossfit Central and represent....
WOD:
6 rounds for time of:
5 squat cleans #155
9 box jumps
7 push press #155
5 handstand pushups
Results:
Carson-20 minutes flat
...this was very challenging...
Ro's list of challenging problems...lol
I LOVE ME SOME KETTLEBELL
The kettlebell or girya (Russian: ги́ря) is a cast iron weight looking somewhat like a cannonball with a handle, used to perform ballistic exercises that combine cardiovascular, strength and flexibility training.[1]
While today, there are sizes that range from 4 pounds (1.8 kg) to 175 pounds (79 kg), the traditional Russian kettlebell is usually one which weighs 1 pood, which is roughly 16 kilograms (35 lb).[2][3]
Unlike traditional dumbbells, the kettlebell's center of mass is extended beyond the hand, similar to a clubbell. This allows for a wide variety of ballistic and swinging movements.[4] By their nature, kettlebell exercises build strength and endurance, particularly in the lower back, legs, and shoulders, and increase grip strength.[1][4][3] The basic movements, such as the swing, snatch, and the clean and jerk, engage the entire body at once,[3] and in a way that mimics real world activities such as shoveling or farm work.[1][4][2]
The movements used in kettlebell exercise can be dangerous to those who have back or shoulder problems, or a weak core.[5][dead link]
Variants of the kettlebell include bags filled with sand or steel shot, water, or which take a variable number of plates.[6] They also have a center of mass extended beyond the hand and allow for swing movements and release moves with added safety and added grip, wrist, arm and core strengthening due to the shifting fill material.[citation needed]
