Eli Manning needs to Train with Kettlebells

Now- I LOVE the Giants, but I am getting exasperated watching them. I just witnessed Eli perform the most non-athletic movement when he committed a fumble when attempting to slide for a first down. Prior to that I had just made a comment about the lack of size and lack of muscular development in Eli's arm.
Eli need not be a body builder, but heck, for a professional athlete, he should be hitting the gym a little more and develop his strength. Maybe then he'd perform more like his brother Peyton of the Colts.
Eli should grab a bell and get training. Training with Russian Kettlebells will increase strength, durability, flexibility, cardiovascular endurance and increased athleticism.
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Recent Testimonials

Review Title: Walks the Talk


Review Rating: 10



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Phil is the real deal. He showed up on his own dime on a 45 degree morning for a 12 hour day. The next day was nicer with rain. He taught a short notice outdoor certification course to 28 of the best America has to offer. All are deployed at this time hunting in some of the harshest terrain and against some of the most dedicated enemies America has encountered. The average time of service is over 10 years with some nearing 20. I can speak for all of us that this was some of the best, most challenging, most useful training we have recieved. Through kettlebells we were trained in full body training, breathing techniques under stress, and the proper way to explosively move weight while incorporating endurance. One of the most important take aways was the focus in operational durability. As the number of tours mounts, a more critical decision making process is required on the battle field. America needs to retain the experience of the seasoned operator and the training that we recieved allows the operator to srenghten and rehab our bodies in austere environments. Phil exemplifies the training and theories Pavel and his training brought to our command.



Reid Mangan – US Navy SEALs Team Leader



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Review Title: The Great Motivator!



Review Rating: 10



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I assisted Phil at the Philly RKC. I was lucky to have him on my Team because he really knows how to motivate his students. It’s important to have an instructor that is always encouraging his students to be the best they can and that is what he did.



I would recommend anyone in the Jersey area to contact Phil ASAP for training. He brings many great qualities to the table and will give you results. RKC only has the best instructors in the world and Phil is on the top of that list.



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Review Title: I knew Phil Ross…

Review Rating: 10



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I knew Phil Ross by his DVD before I met him in RKC philadelphia cert in Oct. 2009. He was my team instructor in 3days. He had various and solid career of martial arts & weight lifting, it was very impressive. Also he was very courteous. I thought his courteous manners were very worthy thing that I’ve learned from him as his powerful movements. Learning from him was the Greatest thing in my RKC cert.



Gun Jung

RKC Instructor & Yoga teacher

Kettlebell Workshop - Cleans, Presses & Squats

Russian Kettlebell Workshop Series: Master Trainer Phil Ross, RKC Level 2 Master Phil Ross, Chief Trainer at American Eagle MMA & Kettlebells, will be conducting a series of Workshops focusing on specific Russian Kettlebell movements. Who do these workshops pertain to: Personal Trainers: Learn how to properly and safely perform the Kettlebell movements.Fitness Enthusiasts: Incorporate Kettlebell training into your regiment.Coaches: Discover how these movements can help your athletes achieve new heights.People with Back Issues: Learn how to fix your back yourself through our program. Anyone: Who wants to loose weight and significantly improve their fitness level. Workshop #2: Sunday, November 15th, 2009 from 12-2 PMCleans, Presses & Squats: $69.00 ($79.00) > 2 Hour Arm Bars & Lying Side Press Cleans: Standard Cleans, High Cleans, Alternating Cleans, Dual Cleans Presses: Single Arm Press & Dual Press, Walking Press, Push Press & Dual Push Press, Clean & Press (Single & Dual), Clean & Push Press (Single & Dual)Waiters Press (Single & Dual), Bottoms Up Press (Single & Dual) Standing Side Press Squats: Goblet Squats, Bottoms Up Squats, Dual Rack Squats, Single Rack SquatsPlyometric Squats, Plyometric Hop Squats, Split Squats, Hack (Suitcase) Squats Other Workshops: Swings and Dead Lifts: $69.00 ($79.00) >2 Hour 11/01/09, 12-2pmSnatch & Get Ups: $69.00 ($79.00) >2 Hour - DTBD Get Off Your Back! 1: $79.00 ($89.00) >2 Hour - DTBDGet Off Your Back! 2: $79.00 ($89.00) >2 Hour – DTBD For Additional Information call 201-612-1429 or visit our site at www.philross.com

Kettlebell Workshop - Swings & Dead Lifts

Russian Kettlebell Workshop Series: Master Trainer Phil Ross, RKC Level 2 Master Phil Ross, Chief Trainer at American Eagle MMA & Kettlebells, will be conducting a series of Workshops focusing on specific Russian Kettlebell movements. Who do these workshops pertain to: Personal Trainers: Learn how to properly and safely perform the Kettlebell movements.Fitness Enthusiasts: Incorporate Kettlebell training into your regiment.Coaches: Discover how these movements can help your athletes achieve new heights.People with Back Issues: Learn how to fix your back yourself through our program. Anyone: Who wants to loose weight and significantly improve their fitness level. Workshop #1: Sunday, November 1st, 2009 from 9- 11 AMSwings- All Variations & Deadlifts: $69.00 ($79.00) > 2 Hour Swings: 2-hand Swings, 1-arm Swings, Hand to Hand Swings, Walking SwingsBottoms Up Swings, Lateral Hopping Swings, Dual Swings, Dual Swings – different size, 2 Bells – Same Hand, Soaped Grip Dead Lifts: Single Leg Dead Lifts – Same Side, Single Leg Dead Lifts – Opposite Side, Straight Leg Dead Lifts, Raised Dead Lifts, 2 Bells – Same Hand, 2 Bells – Single Leg, 2 Bells – Both Legs Future Workshops: Presses, Cleans & Squats: $69.00 ($79.00) >2 Hour 11/14/09, 12-2pmSnatch & Get Ups: $69.00 ($79.00) >2 Hour - DTBD Get Off Your Back! 1: $79.00 ($89.00) >2 Hour - DTBDGet Off Your Back! 2: $79.00 ($89.00) >2 Hour – DTBD For Additional Information call 201-612-1429 or visit our site at www.philross.com

Phil Ross Instructs the Instructors

October 8th through the 11th, United Sports Training Center, Downington, PA: The RKC conducted it’s first ever East Coast Civilian Certification. There were over 90 participants from all over the county and world. Gireviks, as kettlebell lifters are referred to as in Russia, came from as far away as Italy, Ireland and Korea to become a certified RKC (Russian Kettlebell Challenge) Instructor. The RKC is the Gold Standard in Kettlebell lifting and is headed by the Chief Instructor Pavel Tsatsouline, the father of Modern Kettlebell training.


Master Phil Ross, RKC Level 2, was enlisted as an assistant instructor for the international event. Master Ross put the candidates though a Breathing Ladder Workout that he was asked to design and administer at the certification. He also led the test group of 150 plus through an extensive warm up.

The certification weekend was filmed and Amanda Salas provided color commentary and interviewed instructors and participants alike. The documentary will be available on the DragonDoor.com website and on Youtube.com this November. Be sure to check it out to get a look inside what happens at an RKC Certification.



For additional information on Russian Kettlebell Training or Martial Arts Classes and workshops, call 877.BE.FIT.SD (877.233.4873) or visit us on the web at www.philross.com

Explosive Power Kettlebell Workshop

Explosive Power Workshop Announcement:

On Sunday, October 4th, Master Phil Ross will be hosting a 3-hour Explosive Power Kettlebell Workshop from 12 noon until 3 PM. This workshop is geared toward Coaches and Trainers. Several of the the subjects to be covered are Kettlebell Etiquette, Eccentric and Concentric Force, Rooting for Power, 2-handed swings, Plyometric Squats, Dual Clean & Jerk Press, Jumper's Swings, Kettlebell Thrusters, Split Squats, Split Snatch Series, Push Press and much more.

If you've been curious about Kettlebell training and how it can benefit you, your clients or your athletes, now is you opportunity to have questions answered and get some real hands on training with one of the county's top Kettlebell authority, Master Phil Ross, Level 2 RKC Certified under Pavel Tsatsouline, the founder of the Russian Kettlebell Challenge and world's foremost authority.

The training is designed for those who desire to take their own fitness and athletic levels to the next level as well as adding to the current training regiment for their clients and athletes. You will need to come with an open mind and be prepared to work. The cost is only $125.00 before 10/01 and $150.00 after. Space is limited, so please register early. For additional information call 201.612.1429 or visit us on the web at www.philross.com

Phil Ross Walks the Talk - US Navy SEALs

Reid Mangan - Navy SEALs Team Leader submitted a RKC instructor review of
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Review Title: Walks the Talk
Review Rating: 10

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Phil is the real deal. He showed up on his own dime on a 45 degree morning for a 12 hour day. The next day was nicer with rain. He taught a short notice outdoor certification course to 28 of the best America has to offer. All are deployed at this time hunting in some of the harshest terrain and against some of the most dedicated enemies America has encountered. The average time of service is over 10 years with some nearing 20. I can speak for all of us that this was some of the best, most challenging, most useful training we have recieved. Through kettlebells we were trained in full body training, breathing techniques under stress, and the proper way to explosively move weight while incorporating endurance. One of the most important take aways was the focus in operational durability. As the number of tours mounts, a more critical decision making process is required on the battle field. America needs to retain the experience of the seasoned operator and the training that we recieved allows the operator to srenghten and rehab our bodies in austere environments. Phil exemplifies the training and theories Pavel and his training brought to our command.

Kettlebells Vs Standard Weight Training

Let me first start off with stating that I was a reasonably successful amateur competitor in both bodybuilding & power lifting. After realizing that without the use of "chemical enhancements" I would never achieve any higher levels of success - I concentrated my energies on my competitive martial arts career. 

There is NOTHING WRONG with weight training for strength - however most of the movements are from body building, power lifting and olympic lifting. The most beneficial manner of lifting for athletes is olympic lifting - however most programs don't include this type of training AND it's an extremely dangerous manner of lifting. What most often happens, is that athletes default to body building and this so called "functional training" where they do bodybuilding exercises on an unstable surface. Power lifting exercises are great for developing strength in the 3 major lifts - bench, squat and dead lift. However they do nothing to improve your athletic ability, flexibility or cardiovascular systems. 

Kettlebells address all of these concerns. They develop more what I term "useable" strength. Strength that is applicable to sports and the movements required to be successful. The hip pop & lock, the incorporation of multiple body parts working in unison - as opposed to single muscle or single body part isolation. Athletic movements require a training the body how to have strength in all positions and to cope with the instability of a resistive load that varies throughout a complete movement. No other training tool offers the answers quite like the kettlebell. The core, hips and the complete musculature are engaged with virtually every movement. The off center bell makes the body respond to an unstable load, yet with a firm base rooted in the ground. 

If you want to be a bodybuilder - focus on isolated single body development. If you want to be a strong in the bench, squat and deadlift - focus on powerlifting. If you want to be an athlete - use kettlebells to increase your strength, conditioning, flexibility and athletic development. 

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Kettlebells aren't for Everyone - But they shoud be!

People look at Kettlebells and get awestruck. They think that they are impossible to do, that they are too hard and dangerous. They see people flipping the bells all over the place, they witness the pop and lock of the body and get intimidated.
OK- let's dispel some mistruths...Yes Kettlebells can be dangerous - especially when compared to jogging on a treadmill and watching Oprah. You need to focus while you are doing kettlebells and that's what makes them so beneficial. Focus, concentration and being in the present. People tend to waltz through life in a perpetual state of distraction. iPods, Reality Shows, Talk Shows, Gossip Magazines, Twittering, Video Games, Countless cellphone applications, etc...Live in the moment - Train in the Momement! Feel your body amd learn it. Know how it reacts and pay attention to your physical condition.
Yes you can get hurt with Kettlebells - if you do not have the proper instruction. Learn from and RKC Certified instructor and/or purchase their videos for the proper and safe training guidance.
Yes, if you drop a Kettlebell on your foot or your head, you will have some severe damage. If you walk across the street listening to your iPod, you'll get hit by a bus. Live in the momement, pay attention to your environment and maybe you won't trip in in pot hole or get mugged.
Kettlebells will help you with your body awareness. This will also flow into other areas of your life as well.
Train Smart & Live in the Momement!

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Hatton vs Pacquiao

Wow - if anyone ever had any doubts regarding Pacquiao as a legitimate fighter - they should be dispelled after his recent slaughter of Hatton. That was one of the most vicious beatings I have witnessed in the squared circle in quite a while. 

The preliminary bouts reminded me of why I became such an ardent MMA fan - BORING! In one of the fights - a fighter landed six (6) blows. That's one punch landed every 30 seconds. No wonder I was falling asleep.  But thank God for the final bout. Pacquiao knocked Hatton down 3 times in the 1st round and quickly dispatched of him in round 2 by hitting him with a powerful blow on the "sweet spot" of the face, where the chin & jaw meet. The scalp on the back of Hatton's head quivered from the blow. Kudo's to Pacquiao. 

Too bad Mayweather will never be able to get down to a low enough weight to get his ass whooped by Pacquiao. That would be a fight worth $49.95.   

Injured Kids - Kettlebells the Remedy

Many people have mixed opinions on pre-teens engaging in resistance training - and rightfully so. So many parents want their children to have an "edge" so that they can get a scholarship to college. Being a parent, I can appreciate their concerns. However, there are very few children that get a full ride to an accredited college. Add to that the increased incident of of torn ACL's, Menicus, Elbow tendon replacements, rotator cuff, etc...back in the 80's these injuries were reserved primarily for only the professional athletes. 

Why are children having these debilitating  injuries before they finish puberty? 

1) Parents allow and even promote, their children training and competing in the same sport year round. There is no real break or ability to use their tendons and ligaments in another fashion other then their chosen sport. The athletes constantly tax their joints and muscles with the same movements, thus opening them up to repetitive stress injuries. 

2) Over-training. Not only the aforementioned, but then they pile on strength and "sport specific" training. OK - let's face facts - NONE OF THESE 12 YEAR OLD KIDS NEED SPORT SPECIFIC TRAINING! It's a farce. More than the money these parents are wasting, they are actually creating weaker ligaments and tendons in their children and are making them more susceptible to career threatening injuries.

3) Resistance training. Lifting weights - more is NOT better, but kids get bored and their inexperienced trainers keep pushing them to add more weight instead of working on their durability, flexibility and reflexive strength. Any time a youth uses more than 1/2 their bodyweight - they are opening themselves up to permanent joint damage. 

Kettlebells - enable the children to develop their strength, endurance and explosive power - WHILE increasing their flexibility and durability by strengthening their ligaments, tendons and core. When you train with kettlebells - complex movements are performed and require the recruitment of multiple muscle groups simultaneously. The kettlebell practioner has to use considerably less weight in kettlebells yet yields better results than you'd get with weight training. This also lessens the amount of stress on the joints. 

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Top 50 Kettlebell Workouts

I eagerly await the release of Pavel Tsatsouline's new kettlebell training book. It will have 50 of the top kettlebell workouts of all time in it. My chapter is dedicated to combatants - wrestlers, martial artists and other competitive fighters. There are two sections, the main section is based on what is seen in my Advanced Russian Kettlebell Workout DVD on the BayView label.   

Phonies....

Anytime a new fitness craze hits, there's a ton of people that jump on the bandwagon and attempt to capitalize. It happened with MMA (Mixed Martial Arts), look at how many MMA "Experts" have opened up schools in the past 5 years. I have been teaching a Mixed Martial Art ever since the late 80's. I was chastised by the Martial Arts Community (not to my face) for not being a "purist". Hey - Fighting is Fighting - It either works or it doesn't. Bottom Line.  

People now say that they "Train UFC". Do they also train "GE" or "Bank of America"? The UFC is a corporation. There is only a very small percentage of people that actually hold a UFC contract. So either they fight in their basement with their friends and call it "UFC" or they are being trained by an unscrupulous instructor. 

Kettlebells are now gaining great popularity. The phonies are running rampant! A number of years ago, I discovered the benefits of kettlebells and purchased the Steve Kotter Encyclopedia and went to Pavel Tsatsouline for my RKC certification. The same with my MMA Training - I trained in Jiujitsu and went to Frank Shamrock for advanced levels of certification. I did not grab a bell, make up some moves (that look like dumbbell movements), call myself an expert and dupe people into buying my videos. Look at Ryan Shanahan - it disgusts me. 

Check out my site for authentic training - www.philross.com 

Do it & more importantly - do it right! 

Projects

Woah! A lot of projects on the horizon! Getting ready for the Love & Money Summit - hosted by Dr. Brenda Wade. My fiance and I will be conducting the AM workouts and the PM stretch for the Labor Day Weekend event in Savannah, GA.
We will be focusing on our Romancercize Workout - Helping people to connect & re-connect.

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