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Build a barbell military press on a kettlebell foundation, part II

A second challenge specific to the barbell military press is getting the bar around your head. It all starts with the rack. Open and lift your chest. Tilt your head slightly back. Lift your chin and spread your shoulders. When you rack the bar, m ...

Build a barbell military press on a kettlebell foundation, part I

Weightlifting legend Yuri Vlasov.The barbell military press is a classic test of upper body strength and a powerful strength builder. At StrongFirst, we teach it on a foundation of our kettlebell skills. And while the principles (bracing, wedging, ...

Build a barbell military press on a kettlebell foundation, part I

Weightlifting legend Yuri Vlasov.The barbell military press is a classic test of upper body strength and a powerful strength builder. At StrongFirst, we teach it on a foundation of our kettlebell skills. And while the principles (bracing, wedging, ...

Alumni Pricing—Plan Strong™

Ladies and Gentlemen, To help you stay sharp, StrongFirst offers special Alumni Pricing. We invite you to re-attend any special event you've attended in the past at 50% off the full registration price. (This offer cannot be combined with other disc ...

Do you need barbell training?

Unlike the kettlebell, which belongs in the training arsenal of every man and woman, champion and beginner alike, the bar is not for everyone. You must train with the barbell if:1.    Your sport demands very high levels of absolute strength.In ...

Do you need barbell training?

Unlike the kettlebell, which belongs in the training arsenal of every man and woman, champion and beginner alike, the bar is not for everyone. You must train with the barbell if:1.    Your sport demands very high levels of absolute strength.In ...

Rebuilding a chin-up with “the Beast”

Rebuilding a chin-up with “the Beast”

Beyond the kettlebell get-up

The kettlebell get-up done according to the standards listed in Kettlebell Simple Sinister is the safest and most biomechanically sound way to perform this valuable exercise that ingrains many important movement and strength skills. Once you have ...

StrongFirst Workshop in your area!

Experience the gold standard in kettlebell, barbell, and bodyweight education and technique firsthand from our elite Teachers of Strength.Kettlebell Workshop detailsModesto, CA—Kettlebell 201, March 21, 2026 Oakland, CA—Kettlebell 101, April 2 ...