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Module 11: Outro

Lead Instructor:  Karen Smith
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Lesson Specs

Instructions

  1. Watch the Module
  2. Take notes on key aspects
  3. Bookmark key points in the Module
  4. Ask questions on the Forum
  5. Use Module resources to supplement your knowledge

Lesson Chapters

  1. Thank you!

Lead Instructor

Karen Smith

StrongFirst Certified Master Instructor

Karen Smith is a StrongFirst Certified Master Instructor, and the fourth woman to claim the Iron Maiden title. She has been personal training students of all fitness levels from beginners to elite US military forces since 2000. Karen specializes in kettlebell and bodyweight strength training. She is a certified SFG, SFB, FMS, and Battling Ropes instructor. Karen currently resides in Dallas where she is available for private and group sessions. She is also available worldwide for distance coaching and program design. She travels regularly instructing workshops and SF Courses and Certifications. Karen is also an Advisory Board Member for StrongFirst. She can be reached at [email protected] or at her blog, Coach Karen Smith.

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Module 1: Why Bodyweight Strength Training

The ability to get strong anywhere, anytime is but one of the many benefits. Properly practiced, “bodyweight powerlifts” teach the body language of strength applicable to weights, sports, and life.
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Module 2: Before & After

A literal warm-up is worthless before strength training. Mobilize your joints instead like a pro.

After a set release the tension from your muscles with special “fast & loose” drills.

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Module 3: Build Total Body Tension

Strength is the skill to generate and control muscle tension. It all starts in your abs...
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Module 4: One-Arm Pushup

Hitting the deck and casually knocking off perfectly strict one-arm pushups—not the twisted ugly reps that pass for OAPs in most circles—never fails to impress. A total zero-to-hero progression to this classic feat is right here, at your fingertips.
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Module 5: One-Arm/One-Leg Pushup

When the one-arm pushup gets too easy... 
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Module 6: Develop Lower Body Mobility

You are on about take on a rock bottom one-legged squat, a feat of strength, coordination, and mobility. Get your feet, ankles, knees, and hips ready. 
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Module 7: Find Lower Body Balance

Balance is the next step. Learn to read the floor and your body for perfect pistol control.
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Module 8: Pistol Squat 

The pistol. The ultimate mix of lower body mobility, strength, and muscle that does not chafe.
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Module 9: Stretching

Unwind the tension. Take the brakes off your strength.
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Module 10: Programming

Five plans to choose from. Science meets simplicity.
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Module 12: Bonus: Airborne Lunge

Much easier to master than the pistol, the airborne lunge is an effective glute and quad builder.
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Module 13: Bonus: Single-Leg Deadlift

This precision instrument will make your pistols easier and stronger—and a lot more.