NCK Vlog Page

Welcome to the North Country Kettlebells Vlog page, here you can find thoughts and philosophies from NCK Trainer Mujib Khaliq that can be easily applied to basic, intermediate, and advanced kettlebell practices.

Core Muscle Engagement

When it comes to kettlebell training progressions, Core Muscle Engagement is the missing link to moving up in weight or in overall work capacity. In this video, Mujib explains his take on Core Muscle Engagement and how to apply it to any Kettlebell, Cross Training, or any Weightlifting workout experience.

Kettlebells for Active Recovery

In any effective kettlebell, weightlifting, or cross training exercise routine Active Recovery drills can be so important. In this video, Mujib describes a number of ways to use Kettlebells for Active Recovery within any weightlifting exercise program - even within the parameters of group fitness classes.

 

Kettlebell Training For Laborers

In the history of Kettlebell training one of the primary uses has always been for the physical upkeep of the worker, farmer, and laborer. In this video, Mujib explains a number of ways to utilize kettlebells and joint mobility practices and how you might incorporate kettlebells for your overall workplace wellness.

Kettlebell Training Red Flags & Fixes

Often times proper kettlebell technique can determine the difference between an effective, confident practice and a practice that stalls out or feels dangerous. In this video, Mujib gives some thoughts to help the aspiring lifter understand how to keep their kettlebell weightlifting programs safe and moving in the right direction.

 

Favorite Kettlebell Workout Formats

With Kettlebell training routines and exercise programs it's easy to get lost in exactly what one should be focusing on. In this video, Mujib explains one way to put together a simply and effective Kettlebell workout routine that can be applied to any weightlifting workout program.

Practical & Professional Applications of Kettlebells

Many personal trainers, professionals, and everyday people incorporate kettlebell training into their workout regiments and exercise practices in a number of effective ways. In this video, Mujib explains some of the Practical & Professional Applications of Kettlebell Training and how kettlebells might add benefit to any lifestyle.

 

Taking a Strength Break w/ Kettlebell Training

In this video, Mujib explains how Kettlebell training can be a great way to Take A Strength Break in those situations when exercise is the best remedy for maintaining focus. Whether you have an hour or just need a quick 5 minutes to move your body, Kettlebell training exercises can be a great way to add some high intensity interval training right into your day without having to even having to leave the office.

Things To Do When In An Exercise Space

In this video, Mujib lays out a simple approach to give you a few Things To Do When In An Exercise Space, to answer a few questions around the best ways to put together effective workout routines. Whether your at the gym or creating home workout routines, this Mujib goes through some simple principles to keep your exercise experiences fun, progressive, and engaging.

 

Using Heavier Kettlebells

Often times in kettlebell training exercise programs using heavier kettlebells can be very intimidating and even feel dangerous. In this video, Mujib explains some of the benefits and specifics to keep in mind when Using Heavier Kettlebells and some of the safest ways to approach increasing weight in any exercise program or group fitness class.

What Do Kettlebells Have To Offer?

Have you ever wondered what's so special about kettlebells and kettlebell training? Or thought, why are people so excited about lifting kettlebells? In this video, Mujib gives his opinion on some of the major benefits of kettlebell training exercises and provides some insight on why kettlebells are so popular amongst the people who work with them.

 

What Is Progressive Kettlebell Training? pt 1

There are a lot of ways to create kettlebell and other weightlifting workouts and programs, so many in fact how do you know what works? In this video, Mujib describes the “3 Kettlebells System” and how it works to keep lifters getting stronger and feeling more confident with higher workout loads and exercise capacities.

What Is Progressive Kettlebell Training? pt 2

There certainly are techniques that trainers use to ensure that their clients are getting the desired effect from their training. In this video, Mujib describes the simple philosophy behind kettlebell training progression that he refers to as the “Elevator Analogy” and how it works to lifters progressing in the right direction.