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  <title>Ep. 486: Clif Harski on Smashing Strength Plateaus with Variety, Athleticism, and Fun</title>
  <description>I'm joined on this episode once again by none other than Clif &amp;quot;No Need For a Nickname&amp;quot; Harski.&amp;amp;nbsp;  We covered a boatload of ground on this one - so much so you might even want to whip out your favorite notebook and pencil to take some notes as you listen.&amp;amp;nbsp; Here's a sneak peek at what all we covered:&amp;amp;nbsp; 0:06:16 - Kettlebell Training Techniques   Cliff's double snatch with 44 kilo kettlebells   Discussion of kettlebell training complexity   0:08:42 - BA Method of Training   Explanation of Be Able, Be Athletic, Be Adaptable approach   Importance of variety in strength training   0:13:37 - Real-World Strength vs. Gym Strength   Discussion of athletic movement and adaptability   Indiana Jones analogy for strength training limitations   0:17:15 - Injury and Training   Cliff's knee injury and kettlebell training approach   Maintaining athleticism through specific training   0:44:55 - Training Philosophy   Discussion of minimalist vs. varied training approaches   Importance of trying new training methods   0:55:38 - Kettlebell Community and Certifications   Discussion of RKC, Strong First, and kettlebell training evolution   1:01:21 - Single Leg and Bulgarian Training   Cliff's experience with Bulgarian cleans   Benefits of single-leg and power training   &amp;amp;nbsp; Follow Clif online at:&amp;amp;nbsp;  Instagram: @Clifharski @Painfreetraining  On that note, if you like training that: · Gives you more strength than it takes from you · Improves your stamina and resilience simultaneously · Powers-up every nook, cranny, crevice, and corner of your Soft Machine Then you just might like my 9-Minute Kettlebell and Bodyweight Challenge. As the name indicates, it’s just 9 minutes long, and it’s designed to be done WITH your current workouts – NOT instead of them. Even cooler: Many find that it actually amplifies their strength in their favorite kettlebell and bodyweight moves, like presses, squats, pullups, and more. And best of all, it’s free. How free? I’m talkin’ freer than the 4th of July, my friend. Get thee thine own copy here: &amp;amp;nbsp;http://www.9MinuteChallenge.com&amp;amp;nbsp; Have fun and happy training! Aleks Salkin </description>
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