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Why Guys DON’T Get Stronger – Even when they’re using the “Right” program…? – PART 2

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Use this for the single kettlebell exercise techniques. https://salutis.kartra.com/page/BIG-6-w-bonus And use this for double kettlebell lifts techniques. https://salutis.kartra.com/page/strong-ts And if you want the “ultimate blend” of strength, power & conditioning, use this program. https://go.chasingstrength.com/5-lifts-maxim/ Following the “right” strength program but still not getting stronger? The program might not be the problem. In Part 2, I break down two more reasons guys struggle to get results from proven programs: **poor technique and choosing the wrong starting weights.** Because even a well-designed program can fall short when you don't execute the lifts correctly or use weights suited to the program. In this video, I'll explain: - **Why proper technique matters:** How structural integrity, leverage, and muscle recruitment affect your ability to produce force efficiently. - **The kettlebell pressing mistake that can make you weaker:** Why your wrist positi...

The 3-step formula every man over 40 should use if he’s serious about “losing weight.”

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If you're a man over 40 trying to lose weight, you might be making one big mistake. **You're focusing on weighing less instead of building a better body.** I've used this 3-step formula since the 1990s, and in this video, I'll explain why I believe it's a smarter approach to getting leaner, stronger, and staying capable as you age. Here's the formula: 1. **Get strong and build muscle.** 2. **Eat a protein-dominant diet.** 3. **Add cardio when necessary.** I'll explain why I put strength training first, why losing weight isn't the same as losing fat, and what recent research suggests about the relationship between building muscle and reducing body fat. You'll also learn: - Why the scale can make you think you're making no progress when your body composition is improving - How you can lose fat and gain muscle without seeing much change in your body weight - What research on resistance training and muscle growth reveals about body recomposition - Wh...

Why EVERY man over 40 should know how to Snatch a Kettlebell?

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Assuming you're “solid” in your Swing and your Clean + Press and you want to learn the Snatch, use this program here. It comes with video instructions on 4 different “styles” of Snatch. See which one feels right for you. https://cart.chasingstrength.com/ksk2 P.P.S. If you haven’t focused on the Clean + Press, start with the single kettlebell version here. https://salutis.kartra.com/page/oggiant Most men over 40 don't just lose strength as they age. They lose **POWER.** The ability to accelerate. React quickly. Move explosively. And keep doing the physical things that make life worth living. In this video, I explain why I believe every man over 40 who is physically able should learn how to perform the **Kettlebell Snatch**. I'll cover: - Why muscle power declines with age, and why it matters more than you might think - The difference between being strong and being able to use that strength quickly - Why the Kettlebell Snatch builds on the foundation of the Swing - What the S...

Back pain with (single) kettlebell lifts? Do THIS to fix it:

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Get Systematic Core Training For Kettlebells here. 👉 https://salutis.kartra.com/page/systematic-core-training Back pain during single-kettlebell swings or snatches? Especially when double-kettlebell lifts don't seem to bother you? The problem might not be the lift itself. It might be something your body has been compensating for. In this video, I explain why old injuries can leave you with hidden left-to-right imbalances, why those imbalances may show up during single-kettlebell work, and what I recommend doing about them. You'll learn: * Why an old ankle, knee, hip, or shoulder injury can change the way  you move * How your body compensates when one side doesn't move or function like the other * Why single-kettlebell lifts can expose weaknesses that remain hidden during double-kettlebell lifts * How your deep abdominal muscles help create the internal pressure needed to stabilize your spine and pelvis * What your lateral chains do and why left-to-right balance matters * W...

TOP 10 Reasons NOT to use the Clean + Press:

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Grab a copy of Rebuilt After 40 and use either Schedule A or Schedule B (and mix it with the Squat and bodyweight exercises) 👉 https://go.chasingstrength.com/rebuilt-after-40/ The kettlebell Clean + Press is one of the most effective exercises you can use to build strength, muscle, conditioning, and work capacity. So why would anyone NOT use it? Well… I came up with 10 reasons. Some are legitimate. Most are sarcastic. If you physically can't perform the Clean + Press because of irreversible spine issues or shoulders that won't go overhead, that's one thing. But if you simply don't want to get stronger, more muscular, more energetic, more capable, or more time-efficient with your training… Well, then you probably shouldn't do it. The Kettlebell Clean + Press can train practically your entire body while giving you a lot of training effect in a relatively short amount of time. In this video, I break down my TOP 10 reasons NOT to use it: 1. You physically can't do ...

Which Ab/Core exercise do you SUCK at MOST Here’s mine…

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Grab your copy of Systematic Core Training For Kettlebells here. 👉 https://salutis.kartra.com/page/systematic-core-training Most guys over 40 think they’re training their core. But they may be missing something important. For years, I believed heavy Squats, Deadlifts, Presses, Cleans, Snatches and other big lifts gave me all the core training I needed. I was wrong. And despite doing all of that, I still managed to hurt my lower back. Kettlebells are fantastic for training your core. But if you’re over 40, spend a lot of time sitting, or have a history of back issues, you may need more specific core training than your kettlebell work provides. Especially if you want your spine and pelvis to stay stable when you’re lifting. In this video, I explain: • Why strong lifts don't necessarily mean a strong core • Why sitting all day can create problems for your core stability • The difference between core stabilization, strength and power • The core exercise I personally suck at the most •...

NEW RESEARCH: The Scale is the WRONG Tool for Longevity (24% higher risk of death)

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If you’d like to see similar results to Alex’s, here's a link for you to check out Rebuilt After 40 https://go.chasingstrength.com/rebuilt-after-40/ The scale might be telling you the wrong story about your health. New research looking at older adults found something that should make men over 40 rethink how they measure progress: A bigger waist circumference was associated with a **24% higher risk of all-cause mortality** — regardless of what the scale said. And that's the problem. Most guys are taught to obsess over bodyweight: "How much do you weigh?" "How many pounds did you lose?" "Did the scale go down?" But the scale can't tell you whether the weight you lost was **fat or muscle**. And after 40, that's a HUGE distinction. In this video, I explain: • Why the scale can give you a false sense of security • Why your waist circumference may tell you more about your health than bodyweight alone • The difference between losing weight and los...