Last weekend I attended Hardstyle Version 2.0, also known as the RKC Level II Certification. I returned yet again to the familiar St. Paul, MN. This is the U.S. Capitol of Hardstyle Kettlebell Training, courtesy of the Russian Kettlebell Challenge (RKC) and Dragon Door Publications. I have yet to visit St. Paul for any reason other than RKC Certifications. It is a one of a kind experience!
Last Friday morning I joined the ranks of 80 other RKC Level II Candidates. By Sunday evening we had been schooled in the art of:
Clean & Jerk
Pistol
Viking Push Press
Windmill
Tactical Pullup
Bent Press
Not all candidates survived the weekend, but those who completed it have joined the ranks of the RKC's elite Instructors. I am proud to say that I have experienced yet another monumental life experience courtesy of the RKC. I am honored to be an RKC Level II Instructor.
Thank you to the Chief Instructor, Master RKCs, Senior RKCs, Team Leaders, fellow RKCs, and the Dragon Door Staff for yet another phenomenal RKC Certification experience.
Power to You!!!
Katie Bigelow
RKC Level II Instructor
Thursday, July 2, 2009
Thursday, June 25, 2009
San Diego + Z-Health
I was recently fortunate enough to assist at the Z-Health R-Phase Certification in San Diego, CA. What an exciting certification it was! I got to spend an entire week with my fellow Z-Health colleagues as well as spend 10 lovely days in the city of San Diego, CA. I had a blast!
I went surfing and swimming in Pacific Beach with fellow Z-Health Master Trainer, Lou McGovern multiple times throughout the week. The weather was perfect all week long for lots of fun in the sun. I also had the opportunity to stay with fellow Z-Health Master Trainer, Dr. Theresa Nesbitt. Thanks again for the amazing hospitality! Last, but certainly not least, I got to have some intellectual discussions and training time with Zachariah Salazar, Z-Health Master Trainer. It was great getting to share some quality time with my fellow Z-Health Master Trainers!
Until next time...
I went surfing and swimming in Pacific Beach with fellow Z-Health Master Trainer, Lou McGovern multiple times throughout the week. The weather was perfect all week long for lots of fun in the sun. I also had the opportunity to stay with fellow Z-Health Master Trainer, Dr. Theresa Nesbitt. Thanks again for the amazing hospitality! Last, but certainly not least, I got to have some intellectual discussions and training time with Zachariah Salazar, Z-Health Master Trainer. It was great getting to share some quality time with my fellow Z-Health Master Trainers!
Until next time...
Tuesday, June 9, 2009
Where is Katie now?
Wow! Things have been extremely busy and fun in my world the past couple of weeks.
This summer's plans consist mainly of professional and athletic development. In the past 2 weeks, I have professionally attended and assisted at two Z-Health Certifications across the country. First, I was at the Denver, CO R-Phase Certification (Weekend #1) and then I traveled back to my home state of North Carolina for the Durham, NC I-Phase Certification. Both Z-Health Certifications were phenomenal experiences! My focus at these certifications was to further develop my capabilities as a Z-Health Master Trainer and as a professional speaker. I gained a large quantity of information, and still have so much more to learn from each of these experiences in hindsight. As my blog title states, I am a student for life, learning from each experience I encounter along the way.
Today, I am currently in Atlanta, GA. I am meeting with potential clients, current colleagues, and old friends. I have even had the opportunity to swing by and visit Emory University. So much has changed in the 8 months I've been away from Atlanta. All is good!!!
Upcoming travels include a day trip to the coast of North Carolina as well as a flight back to Denver, CO. From Denver I will be driving to beautiful San Diego, CA for a week long Z-Health R-Phase Certification.
The summer 2009 adventures continue....
This summer's plans consist mainly of professional and athletic development. In the past 2 weeks, I have professionally attended and assisted at two Z-Health Certifications across the country. First, I was at the Denver, CO R-Phase Certification (Weekend #1) and then I traveled back to my home state of North Carolina for the Durham, NC I-Phase Certification. Both Z-Health Certifications were phenomenal experiences! My focus at these certifications was to further develop my capabilities as a Z-Health Master Trainer and as a professional speaker. I gained a large quantity of information, and still have so much more to learn from each of these experiences in hindsight. As my blog title states, I am a student for life, learning from each experience I encounter along the way.
Today, I am currently in Atlanta, GA. I am meeting with potential clients, current colleagues, and old friends. I have even had the opportunity to swing by and visit Emory University. So much has changed in the 8 months I've been away from Atlanta. All is good!!!
Upcoming travels include a day trip to the coast of North Carolina as well as a flight back to Denver, CO. From Denver I will be driving to beautiful San Diego, CA for a week long Z-Health R-Phase Certification.
The summer 2009 adventures continue....
Thursday, May 21, 2009
Geographic Update!
Hello Readers!
I have some new and exciting geographic news! I have moved for the summer. Over the next three months I will be living in Pagosa Springs, CO. I have some exciting adventures planned. In addition to spending some quality time with family that I have in Colorado, I will also be traveling to numerous Z-Health Certifications. These Z-Health certifications are a large part of my development as a Z-Health Master Trainer, educator, and coach.
I will also be working on a professional website as well. I will keep you posted as the site progresses.
This summer is also dedicated to the development of my first professional product. More on this in the future.
Last, but certainly not least, I have begun and extremely rigourous training and nutritional program. I'll post the details in a future blog post.
Until next time!
Katie Bigelow
RKC Instructor
Z-Health Master Trainer
katelin.bigelow@gmail.com
I have some new and exciting geographic news! I have moved for the summer. Over the next three months I will be living in Pagosa Springs, CO. I have some exciting adventures planned. In addition to spending some quality time with family that I have in Colorado, I will also be traveling to numerous Z-Health Certifications. These Z-Health certifications are a large part of my development as a Z-Health Master Trainer, educator, and coach.
I will also be working on a professional website as well. I will keep you posted as the site progresses.
This summer is also dedicated to the development of my first professional product. More on this in the future.
Last, but certainly not least, I have begun and extremely rigourous training and nutritional program. I'll post the details in a future blog post.
Until next time!
Katie Bigelow
RKC Instructor
Z-Health Master Trainer
katelin.bigelow@gmail.com
Monday, May 18, 2009
I-Phase Phoenix, AZ
This past weekend I had the opportunity to assist at the Z-Health I-Phase certification in sunny Phoenix, AZ. It was a great certification with a variety of professionals in attendance. There were personal trainers, yoga instructors, running coaches, physical therapists, kettlebell instructors, and professional baseball coaches.
The certification went smoothly and contained a lot of great information on the integration of athletic movement and motivational coaching. I had a great time attending I-Phase for the 3rd time. Every time I return to a certification I learn a large quantity of new information in addition to cementing the information that I've learned from the previous certifications that I've attended.
I'll be enjoying the Phoenix weather for another couple of days before I have to leave.
The certification went smoothly and contained a lot of great information on the integration of athletic movement and motivational coaching. I had a great time attending I-Phase for the 3rd time. Every time I return to a certification I learn a large quantity of new information in addition to cementing the information that I've learned from the previous certifications that I've attended.
I'll be enjoying the Phoenix weather for another couple of days before I have to leave.
Wednesday, May 6, 2009
Kettlebell Goddess Workshop
Andrea Du Cane, Master RKC a.k.a. "The Kettlebell Goddess" will teach 2 instructional Kettlebell Workshops in Seattle, WA this Saturday. If you are a kettlebell enthusiast, novice or advanced, I highly recommend that you attend one of Andrea's workhops this Saturday, May 9th.
When:
Saturday May 9th
What:
Workshop #1 - 9:00-12:00 PM
"The Goddess Workshop - Great for Gods & Goddesses Alike"
Workshop #2 - 1:00-4:00 PM
"Advanced Kettlebell Techniques and Movement Drills"
For more information check out www.kettlebility.com.
See you on Saturday!
Katie
When:
Saturday May 9th
What:
Workshop #1 - 9:00-12:00 PM
"The Goddess Workshop - Great for Gods & Goddesses Alike"
Workshop #2 - 1:00-4:00 PM
"Advanced Kettlebell Techniques and Movement Drills"
For more information check out www.kettlebility.com.
See you on Saturday!
Katie
Friday, May 1, 2009
Z-Health Master Trainer
I successfully completed my last round of Z-Health Master Trainer testing today and am honored to have reached the full designation of Z-Health Master Trainer.
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