by Aleks Salkin
A show about strength, health, fitness, learning languages, and becoming a more interesting person.
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April 23, 2025
<p>Get my 9-Minute Kettlebell & Bodyweight Challenge FREE here: <a href= "https://www.9MinuteChallenge.com">https://www.9MinuteChallenge.com</a></p> <p>I'm joined once more by my friend Gil "The Beast from the Middle East" Reves to talk about the most underrated (and overlooked) kettlebell movement of them all: THE CLEAN.<br /> <br /> Gil has done arguably more to master the clean than just about anybody else, and he has the spectacular results to show for it. <br /> <br /> In this episode we discuss: </p> <ul> <li> <p>Importance of the kettlebell clean in martial arts and defense positioning</p> </li> <li> <p>Benefits beyond just moving the bell to the rack position</p> </li> <li> <p>Improving overall strength, technique, and movement quality</p> </li> </ul> <p>Gil's Clean Training Journey:</p> <ul> <li> <p>Focused on double kettlebell cleans with 40kg bells</p> </li> <li> <p>Progressed from 150 to 400 weekly reps</p> </li> <li> <p>Reached 200 reps in a single session with 40kg bells</p> </li> </ul> <p>Unexpected Benefits:</p> <ul> <li> <p>Improved double snatch performance without direct snatch practice</p> </li> <li> <p>Enhanced back health and posterior chain strength</p> </li> <li> <p>Better timing and control in ballistic lifts</p> </li> <li> <p>Increased grip strength</p> </li> <li> <p>Improved endurance with lower intensity compared to snatches</p> </li> </ul> <p>Performance Gains:</p> <ul> <li> <p>Went from 32kg to 40kg double snatches</p> </li> <li> <p>Maintained clean technique with 48kg bells</p> </li> <li> <p>Developed better arc control and bell path</p> </li> </ul> <p>Follow Gil on Instagram => @gil.reves</p> <p><a href= "https://www.instagram.com/gil.reves/">https://www.instagram.com/gil.reves/</a> </p>
April 14, 2025
<p class="MsoNormal">Lightning has struck ONCE MORE, and the Hebrew Hammer and Paul “Big Mac” McIlroy are back under one proverbial roof once more to talk about some more of Paul’s most hard-hitting, no BS insights into how to keep the Gain Train constantly rolling into the station year after year, decade after decade.<br /> <br /> If you haven’t already, I will encourage you once again to get:<br /> <br /> - Paul's new book "Perpetual Strength" (which you can - and should - check out here: <a href= "https://www.dragondoor.com/products/perpetual-strength-paperback/)">https://www.dragondoor.com/products/perpetual-strength-paperback/)</a> <br /> <br /> - My 9-minute kettlebell and bodyweight challenge (which you can get for FREE at <a href= "http://www.9minutechallenge.com/">http://www.9MinuteChallenge.com</a>) <br /> <br /> Now let’s take a look at what all we cover in the episode:</p> <p class="MsoNormal"> </p> <ol style="margin-top: 0in;" start="1" type="1"> <li class="MsoNormal" style= "mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;">Introduction and Background (0:00-0:05)</li> </ol> <p class="MsoNormal">- Aleks Salkin introduces Paul McIlroy - Recap of previous podcast episode - Recommendation of "Perpetual Strength" book</p> <ol style="margin-top: 0in;" start="2" type="1"> <li class="MsoNormal" style= "mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;">Relative vs. Absolute Strength (0:09-0:20)</li> </ol> <p class="MsoNormal">- Definitions and examples from weightlifting - Comparison of strength across different body weights - Powerlifting and Olympic lifting case studies</p> <ol style="margin-top: 0in;" start="3" type="1"> <li class="MsoNormal" style= "mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;">Volume and Strength Training Principles (0:20-0:35)</li> </ol> <p class="MsoNormal">- Importance of sub-maximal training - Motor learning and skill development - Building strength through repeated practice</p> <ol style="margin-top: 0in;" start="4" type="1"> <li class="MsoNormal" style= "mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;">Comfort Zone Expansion Method (0:35-0:50)</li> </ol> <p class="MsoNormal">- Programming principles - Expanding strength across different rep ranges - Strategies for long-term strength development</p> <ol style="margin-top: 0in;" start="5" type="1"> <li class="MsoNormal" style= "mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;">Assistance Work in Training Programs (0:47-1:02)</li> </ol> <p class="MsoNormal">- Incorporating supplementary exercises - Examples from professional powerlifters - Balancing main lifts and assistance work</p> <ol style="margin-top: 0in;" start="6" type="1"> <li class="MsoNormal" style= "mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;">Isometric Training Techniques (1:13-1:38)</li> </ol> <p class="MsoNormal">- Types of isometrics - Measuring and programming isometric exercises - Applications in strength training</p> <ol style="margin-top: 0in;" start="7" type="1"> <li class="MsoNormal" style= "mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;">Pop Culture Interlude (1:35-1:45)</li> </ol> <p class="MsoNormal">- Star Wars discussion - Potential movie sequel ideas</p> <ol style="margin-top: 0in;" start="8" type="1"> <li class="MsoNormal" style= "mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;">Closing Remarks (1:44-1:45)</li> </ol> <p class="MsoNormal">- Recommendation of Paul's Facebook group - Potential future podcast collaboration</p> <p class="MsoNormal"> </p>
February 24, 2025
<p>Ep. 480: What To Train BEFORE You Train Turkish Get Ups</p> <p>On this episode I discuss the importance of training foundational movements and exercises BEFORE attempting Turkish get-ups at all - let alone trying to go heavy.<br /> <br /> In addition to patience, proper instruction, and all that jazz, one other thing that will likely help you a great deal is my 9 Minute Kettlebell and Bodyweight Challenge. <br /> <br /> Using some of the movements found in this challenge, Louis Toh (who has been a guest on the show), improved his Turkish get-up from 24 kg to 32 kg (53 lb to 70 lb) by focusing on these movements.</p> <p>Snag your own free copy here => <a href= "http://www.9MinuteChallenge.com">http://www.9MinuteChallenge.com</a> </p> <p> </p> <p>Have fun and happy training! <br /> <br /> Aleks Salkin</p>
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