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Full Body Kettlebell Workout – Alabama

This kettlebell workout was filmed in Alabama when we visited the Tannehill Ironworks Historical State Park. How could I pass lifting iron at an old ironworks furnance? The ironworks industry in Alabama played an important role during The Civil War supplying much of the iron used for the war. This particular furnace was nearly destroyed by Union forces during the last months of the war.

This little Union soldier better watch out he is in in Confederate territory.

History lesson over. Now onto the workout.

Alabama

Part One

Turkish Get Ups – Alternate Sides for 7 minutes

Part Two

2a. Thrusters – 5 on each side
2b. Burpees (push up optional) – 5

Alternate between 2a and 2b for 7 minutes.

Part 1 – Turkish Get Ups are one of my favorite kettlebell exercises that I, honestly, don’t practice enough. Not only are they are excellent for developing mobility, stability, and overall strength, they are beautiful and relaxing. I started with the Get Ups, as opposed to putting them at the end, while I was strong and without any sort of fatigue.

Part 2 – Find a pace that is challenging but not but not excruciating. You should never be in “pain”. Discomfort, yes. Pain, no. It’s important to learn to tell the difference.

Hugs and High Fives,
Jenn

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5 Responses to “Full Body Kettlebell Workout – Alabama”

On March 15, 2012 at 9:31 am Meghan@themeghamix responded with... #

Yay! Love the history lesson! When we were on our trip years ago, my little brothers and I definitely got the soldier caps and had our pretend pistols. Max and I were usually confederates with John fighting for the North…I love Lee and Jackson and even though I’m glad the North won, I always liked the CSA best!

Love the workout – I will try it this weekend if I get a chance! Happy trails – love hearing about your travels.

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- On March 22, 2012 at 2:29 am jennincat responded with... #
  
  I’m the worst about replying to comments in a timely manner. Just wanted to say I loved the story of you and your brother. So sweet!!!
  
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On March 15, 2012 at 10:13 am Jess responded with... #

I’m going to try this at the gym next. Glad to see what a thruster was.

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On March 15, 2012 at 5:34 pm Deb (SmoothieGirlEatsToo) responded with... #

I see your washboard abs!

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- On March 22, 2012 at 2:28 am jennincat responded with... #
  
  It kinds does look like that but it’s really just a layer of fluff! I’ve put on 10 lbs since I left!!!! Ha ha!! The best part I don’t even care about the 10 pounds except that I have my RKC recertification coming up!
  
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