I mentioned a few weeks ago that I was taking part in "Dry January". I didn't make a big song and dance about it, but I decided to go for a calendar month or so with no alcohol. A few people have asked me about my experience, so here are a few points. Why take a break from drinking? Alcohol is an interesting topic. As a drug it is widely accepted in society, central to so much of our socialising and leisure. There seem to be lots of health benefits - so we are told - yet there are also a lot of problems in terms of health, relationships and lifestyle that come from drinking. Over a few years I'd begun to become aware and then concerned that I was drinking too much and too regularly. I am in a busy and stressful job and sometimes a glass of wine after work to relax is really helpful. But over time, one glass became two. Two glasses became ....I might as well finish the bottle. A habit got established....and was starting to get too e...
.......interesting things about fitness, strength, diet and performance.
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As for the last comment, the man in the video is certainly generating power from the legs and hips. 150 pounds wouldn't be going anywhere without it. The motion is a bit different than a kettlebell swing. You can't let the weights get on top of the t-handle or you'll lose control of the apparatus. You also need to vary your stance slightly to prevent the weights from hitting the floor. It will hang a bit lower than a kettlebell so you need to watch out.
So yes, the hips and lower body are still working, but you can't get carried away and lose control of the contraption or you'll be in trouble.
Great blog btw
~BG~