How many *PUSH UP* can the entire dojo collectively complete within the span of 30 days? We're benching the kettlebell this month… to capitalize on the Push Up gains for the kettlebell's return in October! Here's how it works: - For the next 30 days, strive to complete as many *PUSH UP* as possible. - This is a group kumite, so every participant's reps are tallied together. - If you want to keep a diary, record a video of yourself doing the work. - Share your results in a comment below this post. - You have 30 days to contribute your reps to the dojo's total. Note: Any type of Push Up is allowed! Knee Push Up, Decline, On Bench, One-Arm…

Here are your next steps: 1. Introduce yourself by commenting on this post 2. Share your goals, accomplishments and why you're into kettlebells 3. Feel free to share your city or area where you‘re from so we can pin you on the dojo map 4. Download the "Skool" app (iOS | Google Play Store) 5. Learn about the «Kettlebell Dojo 101» here 6. Understand the exercises of the dojo here 7. Learn more about your belt tests here 8. Share your journey with the community 9. Share feedback to improve the dojo 10. Level up ASAP! The rules and goals of the Dojo are simple: - Our common goal is to achieve black belt status - You unlock new belts by interacting with the community - Every week, we post an "Accountability Action Post" aka AAP - Learn more about AAPs here Some quick tips to work towards achieving black belt status: - Share your workouts, journey, and ideas with the group to level up faster. - Achieving Level 9 (black belt) requires significant time and numerous interactions. - Don't get discouraged; simply show up and do the work. - Dedicate at least 30 minutes per week to kettlebell training to enhance your skills. - If your objective is to optimize nutrition for weight loss, go here. Moderators are @Jason G, @Angie Ziegler, and @Jacob Shaffer

The GIRYATHLON is a kettlebell fitness race with seven trials designed to showcase the kettlebell’s true power. Each trial consists out of a 400 M (0.25 miles) Run (or Row) and a unique kettlebell exercise. SEVEN TRIALS FOR TIME 1. The Trial Of The Samurai - 400 Meter Run + 10 Single Hand Swing/ Side 2. The Trial Of The Knight - 400 Meter Run + 10 Clean & Press/ Side 3. The Trial Of The Shaolin - 400 Meter Run + 10 Snatch/ Side 4. The Trial Of The Ninja - 400 Meter Run + 10 Goblet Squat 5. The Trial Of The Spartan - 400 Meter Run + 10 Windmill/ Side 6. The Trial Of The Viking - 400 Meter Run + 10 Jerk/ Side 7. The Trial Of The Immortal - 400 Meter Suitcase Walk + 10 Burpee Every 100 Meters DIVISIONS - Beginner: 8KG (F) – 12KG (M) - Pro: 12KG (F) – 24KG (M) - Elite: 16KG (F) – 32KG (M) - Doubles: Mixed weights and genders allowed RULES - Chalk is allowed - Running on grass is recommended - Minimalist shoes are recommended - Must be registered in the dojo or be a LS client to be included in the official leaderboards - Must film (and share) the whole race to to be included in the official leaderboards - Doubles must finish all exercises together - All kettlebell exercises must be completed unbroken - Good technique is paramount and lifts must be considered “good” VARIATIONS - CLASSIC: The full Giryathlon with all exercises and 400M runs (Video) - NAVY: The full Giryathlon with all exercises; substituting the 400M runs with 400M row - PURE: Giryathlon with all kettlebell exercises without the 400M run or row (Video) This is a grassroots movement, and it starts with YOU! If you’re ready to become a “Giryathlete,” share your time and get your run officially registered. Click here for more info on the Giryathlon