Confession: I have a new favorite workout that has nothing to do with the kettlebell military press. Don’t get me wrong, the military press is my be all end all favorite lift of all time (and if you want to get SUPER STRONG at the press, click this link for some Powerful Pressing), but lately, […]
The Challenge of Thinking Forward- Your Life 1 Year from Today
I will never forget my epic conversation with my business and mindset coach. In fact this conversation happened just yesterday, and it has been stuck in my mind so much that it’s worth writing about. The conversation we had was intense, so much so that I felt like I had a solid kick in my […]
Tasty Chicken Wings and Other Kitchen Things- Alexandra Barone
Let’s get back into the swing of foodie Friday’s! After all, the weekend is a time for making sure you’re prepared for the week ahead, and there’s no better way to do so than by hitting up happy hour and neglecting all of your adult responsibilities… err, I mean meal prep! So, I went to […]
My Top 3 Favorite Lifts for Strength, Conditioning, and Overall Endurance
Many of you who have been following me up to this point have probably seen a shift in my own fitness mantra. Don’t get me wrong, my Powerful Pressing Program is still my number 1 thing. I am never NOT going to be doing my single or double 28kg military press because. . .well. . […]
Eating Smart on a Budget for High Volume Training
A few things from my haul are worth sharing. We got far more than this, but these are some new favorites we won’t be running out of any time soon. That’s what I love about shopping at Costco; we shop for two weeks instead of one, and we don’t run out of kitchen staples like […]
Kicking Off The South Side Summer Kettlebell Swing Challenge!
THE SOUTH SIDE SUMMER SWING CHALLENGE IS HERE! TODAY, we are launching our first EVER kettlebell swing challenge! If you’re looking to shed the winter weight, become stronger than you ever thought possible AND test your personal limits, THIS CHALLENGE IS FOR YOU! We here at Primal Fitness Pittsburgh have put together a […]
Traditional Dutch Oven Braised Lamb: Easter at it’s Finest-Alexandra Barone
This week’s recipe is very near and dear to me. It comes with a bit of a back story. When I first began eating healthier, I quickly learned that the slow-cooker was my friend. I was adventurous while perusing the butcher’s meat selection, taking a stab at excessively large and cheap cuts thinking, “I can […]
Powerful Pressing: THE PRE-SALE IS HERE!
Ladies and Gentlemen of the Greater City of Pittsburgh, and all yinz people of the internet, I am happy to report that we have officially launched the pre-sale of Powerful Pressing today , right here on our blog. We want to give you all the more strength that you ever thought you could attain, and […]
Easing Your Snatch Test Anxiety: Thoughts, Considerations, and How To Own 100 Reps in 5 Minutes
Every other year, yours truly travels across the earth to venture into yet another kettlebell certification. This year, I’m headed to Chicago for the third annual event at the Chicago Sports Dome. I’m gearing up for some serious level II action again and cannot wait to see my old instructor friends at this very event. […]
Paving the Path to Success- Ryan Williams, PCC and DVRT Instructor
Yes, it’s that time of the year folks. New year, new me, this time I mean it! Resolutions abound relating to diet & exercise, health & fitness but in 360 days from now, ninety percent of you will be saying the same thing because you failed. Why did you fail? Lots of different reasons, most […]