New Agatsu Kettlebell Certification Dates.

Two new Agatsu products on the way.

Post holiday fat burner circuit number 3!
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New Agatsu Kettlebell Certification dates have been set for
Toronto and Vancouver. This is our first time out on the
West Coast. Don't miss this opportunity to join the ever
growing Agatsu family. Vancouver Certification Click here for info on the Toronto Certification
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In the coming months Agatsu Inc will launch two new exciting products.

Agatsu Rings come in pairs and can be set up almost anywhere easily and quickly. From "muscle-ups" to push-ups, ring training helps you develop strength, mobility and flexibility. Our rings our made of wood and come with two high quality straps and adjustable buckles. They are ideal for any home or professional gym.








The philosophy behind weight vest training is simple. Performing specific exercises using the additional load that the vest provides will push the body to higher levels of strength and endurance. When you remove the vest you are stronger and more explosive than before.

The Agatsu Weight Vest can be loaded with up to 44lbs. Its special design allows you to load the weights in a well balanced manner ensuring that your body is pushed to the limit without sacrificing safety and efficient movement.


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Its time for another fat burning circuit. Grab on to a
light Kettlebell and follow this killer routine.

• 30 seconds two and swing with an alternating high pull
• snatch 30 seconds left hand
• snatch 30 seconds right hand
• 30 seconds around the body figure 8
• snatch 30 seconds right hand
• 30 seconds around the body figure 8
• snatch 30 seconds left hand
• 30 seconds two hand swing with an alternating high pull

Try four to five sets of these. Enjoy!

Agatsu Kettlebells now in the US!

Agatsu Kettlebells now available in the US.

Congratulations to Edmonton Agatsu Kettlebell Certification participants.

Shawn Mozen on the Gill Deacon Show Tuesday Feb 6th.

Tactical Strength Challenge at Crossfit Montreal.

Post holiday fat burner circuit number 2!

New Products.

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Agatsu Inc is now shipping Kettlebells direct
from the US. Our US customers can now purchase our
high quality Kettlebells with no cross border fees. We
currently have 16KG and 24KG Kettlebells in stock and
will soon be adding more weights. Keep your eyes on our
US store for more products and package deals.

AGATSU U.S.
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Congratulations to all of the new Agatsu Kettlebell Coaches in Edmonton.
Pictures of the Certification are up at Edmonton Certification
The Edmonton Sun ran an article on two of the new Agatsu Kettlebell coaches.
You can read the article online here: Edmonton Sun Article
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Shawn Mozen will be a guest on the Gill Deacon
Show today. The segment will feature some of Shawn's philosophy on self defense training as well as highlight
some simple and effective self defense moves.
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Crossfit Montreal will be hosting a Tactical Strength Challenge. Come out and show your stuff. The competition includes Kettlebells, Deadlifts, and Pullups.This should be a great event and is the first of its kind in Canada. Great prizes including gym certificates, Kettlebells and more. Crossfit Montreal
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Here is your second post holiday fat burner circuit. In our last news letter we looked at simple Kettlebell circuit designed to get your heart rate up and to help you focus on improving your swing technique. In this issue we will look at two similar circuits designed to improve your clean and press. The first is for beginners and the second one is a little more advanced.

Beginner Routine #1

30 seconds Two Hand Swing
30 seconds Around the Body Pass
30 seconds Clean and Press
30 seconds Clean and Press with the other arm
30 seconds Around the Body Pass (other direction)
30 seconds Double Bottoms Up Clean

Beginner Routine #2

30 seconds Two Hand Swing
30 seconds Alternating Cleans (Clean once with your left hand and then once
with your right, continue for 30 seconds)
30 seconds Two Hand Swing
30 seconds Clean and Press
30 seconds Clean and Press (other hand)
30 seconds Two Hand Swing

These simple routines are excellent for those of you who are starting out with your Kettlebell training and want to improve your endurance while learning how to use this amazing tool. Try building up to five sets of the above with one minute rest between sets.
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These top of the line Sambotek shoes are made
of high quality leather and stitching. The ultimate
shoe for grappling or Kettlebell training.

"People at seminars are always asking what type of flat soled shoes I recommend for Kettlebell training? These Sambotek shoes are comfortable and they don't get in the way of proper Kettlebell or grappling form. They are like gloves for your feet."

Canadian or US Store

New Year, New Look, Same Quality

Agatsu kicks off 2007 with unprecedented media .

New prices here to stay!

Agatsu Indian Clubs now in stock.

New Certification Dates and Locations.

Ottawa Kettlebell Instructors.

Women's Kettlebell DVD flies off the shelves.

Post holiday fat burner!

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2006 Agatsu Kettlebell Training bursts into the media spotlight. Shawn Mozen seemed to be everywhere with appearances on Breakfast Television, TSN's Off the Record, The Gill Deacon Show and nation wide Kettlebell demonstrations at the Rocky Balboa screening. To kick off 2007, Shawn appeared as a guest on the CBC Radio program Homerun where he shared the value of Kettlebell training and what sets it apart from traditional bodybuilding. This appearance followed an interview with Shawn Mozen which appeared in the Montreal paper The Hour and another interview in the Globe and Mail.
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New year, new prices! Agatsu Inc has always been #1 when it comes to quality and price, and this year we have outdone ourselves. Prices on all Kettlebells have been lowered. It has never been easier to get started with Kettlebell training. We are offerering several incredible package deals which include Kettlebells, DVD's and E-books at unbelievable prices.

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Agatsu Indian Clubs are now in stock. These heavy clubs are ideal for anyone looking to get a full body workout while improving their mobility and flexibility. Check our online store for prices and deals. Upcoming issues of the Agatsu Newsletter will feature Indian Club training tips and circuits.

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From January 19th to the 21st Shawn Mozen will be conducting a Kettlebell Instructor Certification in Edmonton. This is the first Certification of its kind in the area and we hope one of many. Other certification locations and dates are in the works including workshops in Montreal, Toronto, Vancouver and U.S dates! Keep checking the site and our newsletter for more information. If you would like to host a Certification workshop contact us today.
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Kettlebell training hits Ottawa! We now have two Agatsu Kettlebell Coaches in Ottawa. Robert Harris and Mary Burney successfully completed the Agatsu Kettlebell Certification and are offering training in Ottawa. For more information contact them at Ottawa
Boot Camp
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Power and Grace Agatsu Women's Kettlebell Training was released this month and it is flying off the shelves. More and more women are getting into Kettlebell training and thanks to Power and Grace they now have the perfect starter DVD. This DVD covers Kettlebell basics and includes several follow along circuits. Power
& Grace

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The holidays have come and gone and what remains is the extra 10 pounds that you put on! Have no fear, the Agatsu post holiday fat burner is here! This beginner circuit is ideal for people who are starting their Kettlebell training and are looking for a routine to help drop some unwanted fat. Try four sets of three minutes with one minute rest between sets.

Two Hand Swings (30 Seconds)
Around the Body Pass (30 Seconds one direction)
One Arm Swing (30 Seconds)
Around the Body Pass (30 Seconds the other direction)
One Arm Swing (30 Seconds)
Double Bottoms Up (30 Seconds)

Rest for one minute and then start again.

Our next Newsletter will include a more challenging circuit, so get to work on this one.

Kettlebell Safety

I see far fewer injuries with Kettlebells than with many other forms of resistence training. I think the reason for this is that Kettlebell requires strict focus and form. Kettlebell practice isn't something you can half do while you are watching CNN or reading as I see people doing time and time again at the gym. If you are going to spend even a minute training with a Kettlebell then make that minute count. Devote all of your attention to proper form and training safely and you will be rewarded with be a strong healthy body.

Here are some safety guidlines for proper Kettlebell practice:

1)Always train somehwere you will be able to drop your Kettlebell if you get into trouble and are too fatigued to continue an exercise. I know this is often hard to do, however you should be aware of this possibility before you pick up any weight.
2)Kettlebell practice is not something that can be done with minimal attention. Proper form and safe use of a Kettlebell require 100% attention at all times. This isn't the kind of workout you can do while watching TV or reading a magazine, this is a real workout. Whether you train for ten minutes or two hours, every second of that time will require strict attention to what you are doing. There is no time for day dreaming while you are holding a Kettlebell over your head (as is done in some exercises).
3)If you are training outdoors, never train facing into the sun.
4)Always wear proper flat soled shoes. Typical running shoes have an elevated heel. Proper Kettlebell form requires loading weight into the heels. If they are elevated by running shoes you will find it difficult to maintain and gain proper form.
5)Always pay close attnetion to your suroundings. When swinging a Kettlebell, make sure no one is walking in front of you.
6)Use proper "belly breathing" to pressurize your abdomen whenever your spine is loaded or is about to be loaded.
7)Build up to heavier weight gradually.
8)Do not allow the Kettlebell to band against your forearm during the performance of any exercise such as a snatch or clean.

Warning

"The more you do something, the better you get at it". At first glance it would seem that the truth of this statement could only be a good thing. It is, however, one of the single greatest hindrances to improved performance. Despite popular belief, practice doesnotmake perfect.Perfect practice makes perfect. The distinction needs to be clear in your mind before you begin any type of practice.

Simply getting your body over to your Kettlebells and regularly practicing will not necessarily improve your technique or help you reach your fitness goals. If showing up and practicing was the only requirement we could all be Olympic athletes. In order to get what you want out of your training you are going to have to concentrate on proper form, proper technique. In short, your degree of success is directly related to your attempts and ability at perfecting your form. The more you do something, the better you get at it. The more you practice with improper form the better you will get at that. The better you get at improper form the harder it will be to correct your errors.blockquote>

The above is an excerpt from the Agatsu Kettlebell Workbook visit for more info

Tip for performing the Kettlebell "Clean"

One-Arm Kettlebell Clean

The Clean is more of a transitional movement rather than an actual exercise. You will use the Clean to rack (hold the Kettlebell with the weight on your forearm and your fist under your chin) the Kettlebell and prepare for various presses.

Many people find learning how to Clean a Kettlebell challenging because improper form can cause the Kettlebell to bang the forearm. To develop your Clean technique without the pain of bouncing a ball of iron off of your arm you can use this simple and effective method.

Kettlebell Cheat

To perform a proper Clean, begin by placing a Kettlebell between your feet. As you bend down to grab the Kettlebell, push your butt back and keep your eyes looking forward. Bring the Kettlebell up off of the floor by straightening your legs. You are not performing the clean yet, simply let the bell hang from your arm. Take your free hand and place it on the bottom of the bell and use it to wrap the Kettlebell around your working arm until you are in a proper rack position. This little cheat will help you learn the feeling of a proper rack position without the press of flipping the Kettlebell off of the ground for the clean.

From the rack position return the Kettlebell toward the ground by tossing it over your knuckles and towards the floor. Remember to bend your knees as the Kettlebell flips over your knuckles. Perform this lift, wrap and rack motion several times until you are comfortable with the Kettlebell in the rack position and with it passing over your knuckles. On the last repetition lower the Kettlebell and then reverse the motion driving up from the ground with your legs and arm popping the Kettlebell over your knuckles and into the rack position. This is the Clean. The power for the Clean comes from the ground up, keep your arm close to your body and punch upward as the Kettlebell passes your knuckles. This punch will stop the Kettlebell from banging your forearm. Work slowly and carefully. If you find that the Kettlebell is banging your arm try wearing a tennis wrist band until you get the form down. As always, book time with a certified Kettlebell trainer so you can learn proper form and safety.

For more information and Kettlebell tips visit www.agatsu.com or www.canadiankettlebellmag.com This tip and more can be found on the Iron & Ice Instructional DVD and Workbook