Congratulations to Samin, Leslie, and Julie B. for graduating to the blue bell (26.4 lbs.) tonight! These fine ladies have been working the pink bell (17.6 lbs.) hardcore every Wednesday night in order to improve technique before increasing load. Patience and determination were central to their advancement. To celebrate their awesome achievement, Kristin (pictured right) suggested the class go 20 minutes without dropping the bell. Needless to say, everyone succeeded! …and they even still love Kristin.
Perhaps the ladies will be willing to share a few highlights from their “first time” experience…
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The IC’s Fall Kettlebell Meet
Kristin, Leslie, Julie, Rob, Doug, and Shari have been designated as the first group of “Team Captains.” They will be responsible for selecting (recruiting) and training you for this incredible event!
Don’t worry, we will be making time for team members to train for this.
The Challenge: One 20 minute set, which comprises of Snatch (10 minutes) then followed immediately by One Arm Long Cycle (10 minutes). You can switch hands anytime, however the bell must not touch the ground.
1st, 2nd, and 3rd place awards will be given in each division: 8kg, 12kg, 16kg, 20kg, 24kg, 32kg
Results will be entered into a National Database administered by Master of Sport Catherine Imes.
Official date: November 22nd
In the meantime, gather up the troops as each Team Captain is only allowed 4 team members.
Um, can I choose Maya, Surya, Sara and Heidy?
Seriously now. Nick, wanna be on my team? And Nani, how about you? And Renee? Shit, I knew missing tonight was going to be a problem.
Calling 7am: Wendy, Greg, Tracy C., Jill, and anyone else interested in the IC Fall Kettlebell event. I need four crazy badass 7am bootcampers. I’ll be recruiting Friday morning. And I’m thinking “Lucky 7s” for our team name – but I’m open to suggestions.
First of all, let me set the record straight – it is not I who suggested going for 20 %!!%@$! minutes straight! Secondly, I have already formed my team of badass crazy people – bring it on!
definitely count me in Julie B.
sounds like fun….
I’ve heard that Leslie P has assembled a fierce team from 10am. I am so looking forward to you all kicking butt. It will be challenging, but the experience of learning a new sport should be very fun and exciting!
I’m in Julie B. All in.
So, the few I tried to recruit this a.m. are injured. And I haven’t heard back from Nick. I’m in need of one more teammate if Nick isn’t interested. Any more crazies out there?
Team 1000 is some serious stuff. Now all I have to do is secure John Martinez. No pressure John…Actually pressure, lots of pressure!!
Anne T. has already started talking smack!
This is going to be really fun!
i’m totally in for the training, but unfortunately i have to work that day. so sad!
After hours of negotiation and untold compromise, I agreed…in my dreams!
I can’t wait to learn how to use the kettlebell from all of you accomplished kettlebellers. Thanks for asking Leslie!
Team Captains,
Please email me with your availabilities so that I can set up a training schedule for your teams.
Captains,
Please submit your team names…
One minor detail to clear up: please tell me we do NOT have to wear shorts like in the “official” competitions … that might be a deal-breaker for me! I like to keep these stumpy suckers firmly under wraps.
Shorts are a must. Extra points if you cut your pants off at the knees.
OOh Rachel, you bring up a good point…team uniforms! Gold skirts? Sequined tops? I’m thinking Ice Capades meets Mardi Gras meets Florence Griffith Joyner. You with me?
I missed my chance with the 10amers-but look out for the Ross’ crew-the Ross’ are the Boss’(???) We need you Beth Ross (Wells). Just call me-
Sam Ross
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I am so excited I am sleeping with my kettlebell!
PPS
shorts! OMG! I think I have some left from the 80s…yikes!
My team is going to wear hotpants. Just to distract the other teams
Sizzlin’!
Leslie, just check with your other teammates before deciding on a uniform, ok?
John, For you I’m thinking professional ballroom dancing meets Mardia Gras meets Richard Simmons. Lycra, spandex, sequins, terry cloth headband. Cool, huh?
Great! I won’t need to buy anything!
I’m bringing my video camera, my digital camera and my cellphone camera to capture all the costumes.