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MMA Meets Kettlebell Training, Part 3

Kettlebell training can be adapted in so many different ways.  Below you will see a yoga application of the kettlebell that happens to have great sport specific value for kicking.  The combination of having to perform this exercise while balancing on one leg makes it more than just a basic way to tighten the obliques... Read more »

By Katalin Rodriguez Ogren,
July 11, 2010 at 3:51 pm

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  Katalin Rodriguez Ogren

  Katalin is the Owner of POW! MMA and Fitness, Chicago Krav Maga and POW! Kids Chicago which has been in the West Loop for over 10 years. She is a 4 time black belt and 30 year veteran of the martial arts/combat sports. She is an international presenter and writer for both the martial arts and fitness community. Katalin is the mother of 3 children: Jackson Diego (4), Isis (3) and Colt (1) and married to the most handsome Chicago Firefighter.

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