Turkish Get-Up

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No I am not talking about the clobber worn by the Turkish, I am referring to an exercise technique.  Frank from Frankies Training Lab, has produced a brilliant instructional video, breaking down the components of this exercise.

I hardly ever include this in my workouts, but know that it is a super benefical exercise to do.  Check out this video and let me know what you think.  Yesterday I did a few sets of these in the house, using dumbbells as I don't have any kettlebells (yet!) and it felt intense and awesome!!!

Make sure to start including this in your workouts!  And don't forget to check back on Wednesday for a great giveaway.

Naked Frankies Lab

Thought you maybe interested in a new website, Frankies Training Lab, launched yesterday by Strength Coach Frank Addelia.   
He is an advocate of functional training, using non-traditional tools, such as rings, ropes, kettlebells........the list goes on.  The reason I am keen to promote this site, is because I have the same philosophies about exercising. Functional training, in Frankies words; "mimics what we do in life and sport. Muscle isolation style of training is great for the sport of body building and early phases of physical therapy, but it doesn't translate well in the real world! When we do basic chores we squat, bend, twist, reach, so should we when we train".


You will find some fun videos of Frank doing workouts that you will find both inspiring and exhausting to watch!!


ENJOY


(image courtesy of ejmas.com)