Power Athletes Magazine

This month in Power Athletes Magazine:

Tommy Kono is a world famous weightlifter. He is a two-time Olympic Gold Medal winner, six-time world champion and was named Mr. Universe four times. He is still one of the most respected authorities on Olympic Weightlifting. His book, Weightlifting, Olympic Style is a classic.


The Power Athletes Revolution by Tyler Hass, RKC Sweeping changes are taking place in the world of sports. Athletes in all sports are finding new ways to dominate. This article explores what makes this new generation of athletes so successful and serves to introduce Power Athletes Magazine. Fists of Iron by Shawn Mozen, RKC Here we take a look at the training of MMA fighter Mark Coleangelo. He uses a well structured training program that incorporates kettlebells and ROSS performance enhancement training. The Power of Intent by Brett Jones, CSCS, Senior RKC Your intent in performing an exercise is often the difference between performing it properly and not getting it. This article explains an important concept that you can apply into your training immediately. Adult Gymnastics: Why We Should All Do It by Roger Harrell Gymnastics is a sport that can benefit people of all ages. Roger Harrell teaches a popular adult gymnastics class. In this article he shares some of the benefits people receive from gymnastics training and the reasons you should do it too. Strength Training for Distance Runners by Josh Everett, UC Riverside S&C Coach Distance running is not typically thought of as a sport that requires strength training, but recent evidence is proving it to be invaluable when done right. This is a well designed program used by collegiate runners and UC Riverside. EDT + Kettlebells = Major Strength and Size by Mike Mahler, Senior RKC If you are looking for a workout that builds size without sacrificing performance, this is it. Read this long-awaited article and then try one of the most innovative workouts of the year.		Kettlebell Training for Gymnasts by Mark Reifkind Kettlebells are one of the most potent training tools for many sports, including gymnastics. This article will show how to use different KB exercises to specifically target the floor exercise, pommel horse and vault. Girevik Profile: Alexander Makarov with Christian Rubio, RKC Alexander Makarov was the champion of America’s first official Kettlebell lifting competition. However, he is a seassoned competitor from Russia. Read his fascinating story and take some advice from a true champion Girevik. Kettlebell Exercise of the Month: The Sots Press By Simon Forsyth, RKC The Sots Press is an old-school combination of a squat and an overhead press. This unique exercise demands strength and flexibility. Power Training Tips -The keys to proper breathing during kettlebell lifting for maximum safety, strength and efficiency. -Don't cheat on your pull-ups and get the maximum benefit out of this great exercise. Jeff Martone's H2H Kettlebell Drills by Tyler Hass, RKC This is one of the most original training products to come out in a long time. The sheer uniqueness of the content is reason enough to give it a look, but the fun and effectiveness of it is why an advanced girevik needs it. Power Ring Training System Announcing a unique ring training apparatus for home use. Perfect for pull-ups, dips, push-ups and unique gymnastics strength exercises. They will be on sale soon. A Kettlebell Approach to Physiotherapy by Keith Weber, RKC Physiotherapist Keith Weber uses a holistic approach to treating his patients. Part of his unique approach is the application of kettlebell training. He has even conducted an informal study to determine the validity of his application of kettlebells. The Other Part of the Equation: Recovery by Christopher Muscarella Recovery is a critical, but often ignored and misunderstood part of the training process. This article teaches some of the key concepts and teaches some unique exercises to promote relaxation and recovery.