How to Find Training for RKC Kettlebell Certification

A kettlebell is a Russian cast iron weight that resembles a small cannonball with a handle. The Russian kettlebell has been popularized by Pavel Tsatsouline, who touts its effectiveness for strength training. Using kettlebells in a fitness routine can lead to strength, fat loss, increased balance and power. Pavel Tsatsouline offers intensive training workshops that lead to RKC kettlebell certification. Personal trainers often attend RKC kettlebell certification training workshops so they can learn how to use kettlebells in their client's workout routines.

Instructions

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      Sign up for a Pavel Tsatsouline RKC Russian kettlebell instructor certification workshop (see Resources). The two-day workshops are offered throughout the United States and Europe.

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      Expect to learn how to pick up a Russian kettlebell, how to hold one, and how to use the kettlebell for beginning and advanced strength training exercises. You will also learn how to incorporate Russian kettlebell training with other types of exercise.

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      Expect the RKC Russian kettlebell training experience to be quite intense. You should get used to the idea of instructors shouting at you and ordering your around. To get an idea of what the kettlebell workshops are like, watch a video of a past training session (see resources).

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      Consider signing up for the advanced RKC Russian kettlebell workshop if you already have kettlebell experience. Expect to learn new techniques, such as the leg raise, the windmill, the bent press, and pull-up routines using kettlebells.