All you need is a standard quarter mile running track and a pull-up bar!
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Kettlebell and bodyweight calisthenics workouts come together with recipes, product reviews, workshop experiences, and blog posts to give you tons of ideas on how to enhance your healthy lifestyle and/or your career as a fitness instructor or coach. Join Girya Girl for adventures and updates to keep you motivated to live your best, most active life.
A fast set of two short circuits for a complete bodyweight and kettlebell strength workout.
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Need a new and slightly unusual low carb roast veggie side dish? Give Roast Celery Root and Radishes a try! Includes tips for preparing celery root.
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Somewhat against my better judgement, I’ve joined a gym. The weather is getting hot, “summer is coming” (no, I don’t care about preparing to strut around on the beach… Read More
It happens to the best of us, but recently, my workout partner and I realized that we’d kind of gotten into a rut. Both of us had been managing a particularly high level of stress, so… Read More
There’s been a little less travel here recently, which is not a bad thing! Granted, I did still manage to get in a couple of hotel-based workouts when I was in Michigan learning more a… Read More
This past week I had the opportunity to learn more about programming specialized automation hardware out at Opto22 in Temecula, California. Along with the amazing weather, the hotel where I… Read More
While I usually have an “all out” challenge workout planned for the weekend, during the week I usually don’t have quite as much time–or I might be traveling. Here&rsq… Read More
The schedule has been over the top lately, but that’s no excuse. So, I’ve made a few changes to my routine. If I’ve gotten enough rest (which has become a bigger priority)… Read More
Even if we don’t run in the same social circles, recently it’s hard to go a day without hearing some mention of AI tools such as ChatGPT and their implications for any given indu… Read More
First, please understand that I have been enjoying Click and Grow Smart Gardens for now a little over two years! In that time, I’ve managed to grow all of the fresh herbs and most of m… Read More
You can probably tell by the lack of regular updates on here that my schedule has been pretty full so far with 2023. The good news is I’ve been continuing to work out and record those… Read More
It’s time for a new new year challenge – and seeing that we’re facing an odd numbered year, you know that I’ll use this as an excuse for creativity. However – t… Read More
First the workout – and then if you wish to keep reading, there’s some serious handpicked deals for you too! Definitely a fun one to get the week going strong (I’m doing mo… Read More
Finally… the secret fool-proof method to delicious cauliflower rice! Sure, it’s nice and fast on the stove top, and you may or may not have tried microwaving it… but befo… Read More
You know your way around kettlebells... but need a quick workout? This is one to try. Full body challenge, and fast!
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Which program is better? Convict Conditioning or Get Strong? Here's what to consider when choosing a calisthenics training program.
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For some of us who tend to be high energy, it’s tough to take a break, even just a de-load week (or two). But it’s also hard to come back. This time I chose a “little bit e… Read More
I've loved using the Fré Skincare Detox Me mask since it first came out a few years ago. It really helps my skin recover from intense workouts in the hot spring and summer! Find out o… Read More
Why Workout with Poker Chips? It’s difficult to describe exactly why it’s fun to do a “poker chip workout” except that there’s a level of satisfaction from stac… Read More
Sunday is a good day to get into a serious challenge – and today happened to also be a weird dreary “fall” day in the midst of spring. It was 50 degrees, dry, and loads of… Read More
This happened by accident. My workout partner and I really wanted to get the 50′ 1.5″ Battling rope out for part of our workout – but the ground around our usual anchor (a… Read More
A new advanced twisted ladder challenge for battling rope, bodyweight, kettlebells and more. Complete with a core challenge circuit at the end. Scalable up and down.
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One of the most consistent sources of joy over the past year has been tending, observing, and consuming the little harvests from my growing collection of Click and Grow indoor smart gardens… Read More
This weird workout is a great excuse to get out quite a few matched pairs of kettlebells – it’s also a great one to try with a workout partner (especially if they have the extra… Read More
*Clears throat* I mean… this is my Super Bowl LVI Workout Challenge. IYKYK* First of all, 56 is a great number for a theme workout – it’s divisible by 4, and with a very u… Read More
Detailed product reviews of the new Sunwarrior Active Product Line including plant-based protein powder, pre-workout, hydration drink mix, and creatine.
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A challenging 45th birthday workout featuring pullups, kettlebell snatches and more. Groundhog Day edition means doing the same thing over and over too!
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An updated version of The Descender, an advanced kettlebell and bodyweight workout
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Ryland Lanagan, PCC Instructor and founder of OG Parkour has designed a new 10 day intensive for ADULT beginners - and it starts LIVE on January 24th. Sign up now!
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Very simple recipe for oven-toasted grain-free granola. Ready to be modifed and personalized to use your favorite ingredients.
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This is a Mash-Up of two halves of two favorite but challenging workouts - it's not for beginners, but there's a scaled version on this post too!
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To say that 2021 has been an… “interesting” experience is an understatement. So, what better way to send off a strange year with a New Year’s Eve Workout! There&rsqu… Read More
An original but royally inspired curry tuna salad recipe. An easy make ahead lunch with a lot of flavor!
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This advanced full body kettlebell workout can definitely be scaled down or up. It's a five-round circuit workout with mobility warmup/cooldown & more.
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A full 45 minute follow-along workout video with joint mobility warmup and cooldown. No equipment needed bodyweight exercise workout with timed circuits
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The GiryaGirl Black Friday Cyber Monday Guide for 2021 includes products that we use regularly and simply love. Be sure to check out the deals!
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After making a batch of Primal Blueprint paleo pumpkin muffins for the umpteenth time, I realized that the other half of the can of pumpkin purée would be good for another batch next… Read More
This workout is a fairly advanced smorgasbord of favorite methods. With care, good form and good judgement it can be a safe and very productive session.
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Dragon Door Neuro-Grips are back in stock and shipping, here are some of my favorite ideas, videos, and training tips for Neuro-Grip exercises.
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Want to try double kettlebell workouts and exercises? Here's a few technique tips and 14kg kettlebells are on sale at Dragon Door, so get to it!
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Recently, a friend in another state mentioned that they were going to participate in the Orange Theory “DriTri” which is a three part event that apparently has been happening abo… Read More
London broil is a very simple and delicious way to enjoy grassfed beef. Check out this easy recipe, perfect for weeknights and leftovers.
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I've been working out at home or in parks for years. While this is all old hat for me, I do have a few ideas to share if you're used to a more traditional gym setting. Also, a fairly advance… Read More
Learn the how, why, and benefits of having EMOM workouts in your fitness and strength training toolkit. Complete with examples and guidelines.
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I've been sharing full body kettlebell workouts on Sunday with fellow fitness maniacs. Here's the intermediate/advanced workout from Sunday with modifications.
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If you are a kettlebell beginner, GREAT, you need the basics! If you're a long time kettlebell enthusiast, you also need the basics! If you're an instructor, you need the basics!
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This challenge workout is all about power generation, and should only be considered by intermediate-advanced or advanced kettlebell users. Form with swings and snatches should be solid, and… Read More
How to cook one pound of dry lentils in an Instant Pot. Because lentils seem to be sold in 1 pound bags, here's finally a recipe and guidelines for cooking 1lb of lentils in an Instant Pot
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Ever wanted to know the approximate Dragon Door kettlebell handle diameter? Here are the measurements in mm and inches for nearly their entire product range.
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