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June 1, 2019

The Life Changing Transformation from Back Pain and 3 Cesareans to a Kettlebell Body for Life



The Kettlebell Body Life Changing Transformation
From Back pain to no pain with kettlebells. From 3 C-sections to a strong body with kettlebell training. Read a snippet of Robyn's story below. This is very common among many women. Many years ago I did an inspiration story of Robyn and her husband David after they both transformed their bodies using kettlebells properly both in person with me and using my DVD programs at home on their own. You can read the old blog post here.... since then they moved and ended up being blessed with a third child and another C-section. It was time to update to show this has been a life long journey. Keep reading to find out!
I was very fearful of trying Kettlebells because of my weak back and pain I had experienced. Lauren explained how it can strengthen my back so I took a private class with Lauren a few months before becoming pregnant with my second child and began using her Ultimate Body Sculpt and Conditioning with Kettlebells volume 1 kettlebell DVD. During my second pregnancy, I did not suffer from lower back pain. After my second baby was born (and yes, another c-section) I decided I would shed the weight by doing kettlebell fitness classes.
I kept telling Lauren I was fearful of using heavier weights because I didn’t want to “bulk up” and I was still being very cautious in regards to my “weak back.” After using kettlebells diligently 3-5 times a week for a year now I can see that my body is much leaner and I finally have defined muscles (which I have never had before) but absolutely no “bulkiness.” My back is so much stronger than it used to be as is my core.
3 C sections later and I’m now stronger and leaner and in the best shape of my life. ’”
Robyn Josephs Sacks is now a kettlebell fitness instructor and teaches classes in the Fresno area. You can email her here to check out her classes. She became KEFI certified under a 2 day intensive instructor course I taught. More info on that as I plan on certifying many more inspiring people.

Train Kettlebells with any of my workouts videos or programs here. Downloads here
Clearance Kettlebell DVD Sale 60% off Code: 60off -------> SHOP DVD'S HERE
HUGE ANNOUNCEMENT:
HUGE ANNOUNCEMENT:
I’m actually going to be closing down open registration in a few days so I can spend more time with my wonderful founding members and get to know my new members on a personal level. I do not know when I’ll open up registration again.
Grab a spot in Lauren’s Playground - online gym - before registration closes ---- HERE
But wait.... If you're feeling like a #warrior you can sign up or upgrade to our lifetime membership option. Code: newbeginnings to SAVE $1000. You'll get a signed copy of my book Kettlebells For Women and a Free 1 Hour coaching call. This will go away as soon as we close down open registration. I can't wait to get personal with all of my new members and continue personal relationships with my found members!
It's amazing how our thoughts can transform in to reality! If you aspire to be a warrior THINK like a warrior and commit to a healthy lifestyle. Have a beautiful weekend!
XOXO,


p.s. We just did a Facebook Live in Lauren's Playground. Members log in to your playground group to see it. New program coming up when we close registration. PLUS I will have a new section to help with the overwhelm of having too many programs to choose from. I am listening to your suggestions and will be adding Lauren's suggestions for workouts of the week to take all the guess work out of it! Yay! Love you all!


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Published on June 01, 2019 08:22

May 30, 2019

Kettlebell Sport (Soft style) versus Hard Style Kettlebell Training

I had the honor of filming some awesome stuff with Brittany from KBFitBritt.com. More info on that soon which will be coming to Lauren's Playground...
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Published on May 30, 2019 10:32

May 27, 2019

End of An Era








Blown away by the influx of messages I’ve received since my recent video “Closing Chapters and Success stories” and closing an important chapter in my life. Watch the video above to see the response from the first video I released 2 days ago. "Closing chapters and success stories" if you haven't seen it you can find it here.  
 I was in tears reading some of the emails. Since taking a risk and outwardly discussing the trials and tribulations I encountered with spreading this passion, the DVD orders haven’t stopped coming in. More importantly people are transforming their bodies from the outside in and inside out with this type of training.


 I will not stop offering new programs and videos right now, especially in Lauren’s Playground.

I’m offering a very special offer right now of $1000 off, 1 hour coaching call, and a signed copy of my book when you become a Lifetime Playground member.

Temporary $1000 off Discounted link is here


Our CLEARANCE Kettlebell DVD Sale is going on stronger than ever since we will not be restocking once our product is gone. You can get 60% off on all 12 DVD’s I’ve released over the past 11 years.

Make sure to put in the code: 60off

Code: 60off

SHOP YOUR DVD'S HERE

Thank you all for your love and support.

Thank you for being my greatest teachers. Love you all!


p.s.Because it's Memorial DayI'd like to extend a Downloading and Streaming SALE to all of my loyal subscribersTODAY ONLY you can get 40% off ALL programs, ebooks and downloads in the Streaming store here

You can visit the download and streamingstore  here . Make sure to use Code: MEMORIAL40 to get 40% off. 
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Published on May 27, 2019 06:22

May 24, 2019

Closing Chapters and Success Stories




Closing chapters and success stories. When you know you just know. I don’t care if people tell you it’s not going to work. If there is something calling you, go for it. Listen to my story. I was so nervous I totally forgot to show the 12th DVD I created in 2010. Lol! You’ll see it in the store. It's Kettlebell Workshop with Z-Health. Thanks for all of your support! I love you!
I am running a HUGE CLEARANCE SALE on every single one of my 12 Kettlebell DVD's. Just DVD's. Take 60% off this weekend! Code: 60off
Grab the DVD's while they last. I will not be ordering more. 60% off. Code: 60off
SHOP HERE
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Published on May 24, 2019 12:08

May 17, 2019

Intro To Kettlebell Fitness Workshop

Live in Person - Learn how to move well, become strong, conditioned, eliminate pain in a safe and welcoming environment.


Why learn how to use Kettlebells from a professional kettlebell educator and movement specialist? First off Kettlebell training can look very intimidating. This will be a safe atmosphere for the complete beginner or for those who've had some experience but want to make sure their form is dialed in. Why is Kettlebell Fitness for EVERYONE? Because moving your body is for everyone. Motion IS Lotion. If you have aches and pains, I will teach you proper movement patterns to help eliminate them. You will learn how to increase muscle strength in your entire body with 5 basic movements that will last you a life time. In this Introduction to Kettlebell Fitness Class I will show you how1. Kettlebell training builds a rock solid core.2. You can achieve the same cardiovascular effects of running with little to no impact.3. Kettlebell training has reduced back pain and has helped rehab knees, shoulders and hips.4. To Achieve a full body workout in half the amount of time.5. To Increase Metabolism and lose fat while having a BLAST! 

WHERE: North County SAN DIEGO ENCINITAS, CAJUNE 8  10:30am - 12p.m.Private address given after sign upSpots are limited! EARLY BIRDS SAVE 20% WITH THIS CODE HERE: Intro20 SIGN UP HERE

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Published on May 17, 2019 08:13

April 26, 2019

Spring Fever Kettlebell Workouts






SPRING FEVER Kettlebell Workouts are now ready in Lauren’s Playground.Work your core like never before.

Benefits of this style of training. Works the brain Muscles can handle the longer sets Low Impact Steady increase in heart rate Fat burning mode while sneaking in strength combos Fun Fun and more fun for all!




Perfect way to use your light kettlebells for these fun kettlebell conditioning and brain teasing workouts, that have never been done before.

Members sign in to Spring Fever here http://members.laurenbrooksfitness.com/spring-fever

Not a member yet? Almost 3 years of workouts and videos. Join in the fun herehttps://www.ontheedgefitness.com
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Published on April 26, 2019 14:45

April 20, 2019

When Kettlebells and Jazzercise meet?







When jazzercise and kettlebells meet?
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Published on April 20, 2019 08:22

April 18, 2019

Got Kettlebells for Your 69th Birthday?




What will you do on your 69th birthday? Nancy chose to do her age in Snatches all in one go, with an extra rep, for good luck. This is after a full strength and conditioning kettlebell class. What’s your excuse?



You don't have to fear proper kettlebell training. Training for longevitiy will allow you to do the things you love. Nancy is able to do the things she loves such as water ski and golf because she works on her strength and conditioning in a wise way. She doesn't suffer from back pain or constant aches and pain due to her commitment to strength.
You want REAL health care? This is it. The "health insurance" you pay for should really be called "sick insurance". It's mostly good for when you're already sick. Train your body and you'll prepare yourself for a long, strong, and healthy life. 
If you have questions on how to get started visit our website here

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Published on April 18, 2019 15:01

MELT METHOD - 4 WEEK CLASS SERIES - MELT IN MAY





ON THE EDGE FITNESS MEMBERS SIGN UP HERE
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WANT TO LEARN MORE ABOUT MELT? READ MY BLOG POST WHAT THE HECK IS MELT METHOD AND HOW IT CHANGED MY LIFE HERE
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Published on April 18, 2019 14:24

March 24, 2019

The Original Battling Ropes with John Brookfield and Kettlebell Fitness with Lauren Brooks Workshop Weekend

Battling Ropes, Kettlebell Fitness, and Beyond Body Weight Training Workshop with John Brookfield and Lauren Brooks
For the first time ever John Brookfield, the inventor of the popular battling ropes system, world record holder and listed in the Guiness book of world records, will be teaching with Lauren Brooks, leading female pioneer of kettlebell training.
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John Brookfield is a multiple world record holder in strength and conditioning who has been seen on television shows like Regis and Kathie Lee, Good Morning America and the Today Show. He has been listed in the Guiness Book of World Records and Ripleys' Believe It or Not. He has also authored numerous books including his popular book Mastery of Hand Strength.
Recently at the age of fifty eight John and his truck pulling partner set a new Worlds Record by pulling a forty thousand pound semi-truck the distance of one full mile in fifty six minutes with the use of no pulling ropes and the last quarter mile of the pull being uphill.
John is the creator of the battling ropes training system, Beyond Bodyweight training, Brookfields barrels and chain reaction. John has trained countless athletes of all levels and has worked with nfl teams, olympic athletes, elite military units and police and fire departments. He has also been a popular presenter at the Perform Better summits as well as nsca conferences and events. many people come from around the world to learn Johns innovative training methods which are always new and refreshing.

Don't let John's incredible strength and badassery intimidate you. His system and techniques applies to every individual and his patience and humility will put even the most intimidated student at ease.


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Lauren Brooks is the founder and owner of On the Edge Fitness and Lauren’s Playground. With over 20 years of experience, Lauren has helped thousands of people get off the couch to move better, get stronger, leaner, and increase confidence with a simple, fun, and results-driven approach. Her kettlebell education and workout DVD’s have been shared all over the world. 
Lauren Brooks has been able to reach even the most unmotivated sedentary individuals all the way to the elite athlete. Lauren has trained Navy Seals, Crossfit enthusiasts, Post C-section mothers, prenatal moms, injured individuals, and prepared hundreds from all walks of life become a kettlebell educator. 
Lauren has undergone a couple of abdominal surgeries and still has been able to achieve strength feats such as using more than half of her body weight for Turkish Get Ups and Pulling 53lbs attached to her for a Pull-up at a petite 116lbs. 
She specializes in helping people move better using unconventional raw training methods for all types of people. Lauren is the leading female pioneer of kettlebell training and is sought out all over the world for her keen ability and expertise. Lauren is a mother of 4 children, writes for many fitness magazines and websites, enjoys snowboarding, wakeboarding, hiking, clean healthy cooking, being in nature and learning new things. 


WEEKEND OVERVIEW



BATTLING ROPES/BEYOND BODYWEIGHT SYSTEMS COURSE OVERVIEWIn this section of the course, Battling Ropes creator John Brookfield, will teach on the importance of sustaining velocity and why it is a missing link in training today. Velocity is strength and speed combined so, when the user learns to sustain velocity the athlete makes functional transferrable gains in both strength and speed. These gains can be applied to your workouts or to competition itself.Even though many trainers and athletes mingle with the Battling Ropes there are very few who understand or know the different progressions and concepts of the training system. Please understand that the system cannot be mastered and there are always higher levels which can be tapped into. In this course the attendees will learn these different concepts and progressions so they can safely teach their clients or implement these principles into their own training or competition. Below are a few of the concepts you will learn in the course.1- SUSTAINING VELOCITY -  Learn not only how to create velocity but also how to sustain velocity. These concepts will teach the user how to train or compete at a higher level of intensity over longer durations of time.2- PUSH/PULL STRENGTH - This Battling Ropes method teaches and forces the user to actually push and pull at the same time with the results being a much higher level of strength from different planes and angles as well as much better body awareness which transfers into less chance of injury.3- Climbing the Mountain - This concept will teach the user how to greatly enhance the intensity and difficulty of the training in a safe manner which will create a much higher level of work capacity. This higher level of work capacity will transfer into any sport or battlefield.4- Partner and Team Training - John Brookfield will show how to implement the Battling Ropes concepts while working with a partner and training an entire group, team or unit.                                                BEYOND BODYWEIGHT TRAININGJohn Brookfield will introduce his Beyond Bodyweight Training System which is completely unique to anything else you have seen. These exercises, drills and principles will take your strength and endurance to the next level while enhancing your movement skills. These drills and exercises are very safe yet will push even the best athletes to stay on task and work through the difficulty. Below are a few of the drills you will learn.1- Weight of Water2- Destination Unknown3- Wall Squat Principles4- Shackle Crawls


KETTLEBELL FITNESS OVERVIEW

In this section of the course, Lauren Brooks will teach you the most cutting edge and results driven kettlebell and bodyweight techniques with optimal form for every body type in a safe and welcoming environment. This will enhance your strength beyond imagination. 
Lauren will make sure to fine tune each individual in order to feel your strength and technique improve in minutes.
You will refine your own techniques and be amazed at how effortless exercises that were once challenging become fluid. 
If you have injuries or past injuries you will learn the proper progressions for YOUR body where it is today. 
Learn how to correct common mistakes whether it be for yourself or for your most uncoordinated student.
Discover the most appropriate progressions and modifications that are simple and down right work. 
Learn appropriate progressions and modifications for each fundamental exercise we cover.
Spend time with other like minded people who have the same goal in mind while having FUN!
Some of the essential exercises covered but not limited to this list are...Improve your strength and power in
Kettlebell DeadliftsSingle Leg Deadlifts and variationsKettlebell Swings and variationsKettlebell CleansGoblet SquatsPressFloor PressGet Ups and variationsSnatch/High PullBalance drills for optimal rooting Muscle Activation drills Mobility and openers.

Receive a Certificate of Completion for this workshop 


WHAT ARE PEOPLE SAYING ABOUT JOHN'S BATTLING ROPES SYSTEM AND LAUREN'S KETTLEBELL FITNESS TRAINING?
TESTIMONIALS

"As an ex-NFL player and college football coach, John has given me another way to train my athletes with his Battling Ropes. John's Battling Ropes system develops mid-line stabilization, digital strength and, best of all, an intense anaerobic workout that can be used for any sport or occupation. Strength training at high intensity transfers into power and speed and this is what John has developed with his Battling Ropes system. "
Andy Hendel Former NFL special teams captain, Miami Dolphins
Owner, CrossFit Charlotte
"There are a few words that describe John Brookfield’s Battling Ropes System:
Humbling  – because it will tax your entire system in short order (60 seconds or less) regardless if you’re a world-class athlete or a novice.
Relentless  - like the ocean surf pounding big rocks into grains of sand.
Versatile – the gains of strength, stamina, and power are mind-blowing.
Simple & Safe  – suitable for handicapped, sedentary, and elite athletes.
I highly recommend John Brookfield’s innovative and challenging Battling Ropes System, DVD and workshop. "

Jeff Martone Tactical Athlete Training Systems, Inc.

"John Brookfield is one of the most innovative and original strength coaches in the business today. His new Battling Ropes system is an amazing approach to total fitness. The ropes are a whole body exercise approach that would benefit any athlete. I am now incorporating his techniques in my arsenal of moves for all my jiu jitsu fighters and submission wrestlers. The combination of strength, stamina, and cardio needed to get those ropes moving puts the finishing touch on my fighter's workouts. 

Steve Maxwell Two-Time Brazillian Jiu Jitsu World Champion
Owner, Maxercise Sports/Fitness Training Center

"Knowing John Brookfield has been a blessing for me. His 'old fashioned gentleman' demeanor is contrasted with his physical prowess and manual strength demonstrated in his 'strongman' performances. He understands how to build manual strength and has been a leader in novel approaches such as his Battling Ropes techniques. John has some valuable lessons to teach all those interested in strength."
Stuart McGill, PhD Professor of Spine Biomechanics


"John Brookfield can't count...

And that makes him one smart coach. John's primary focus is work capacity, task management, and technical efficiency. He uses fundamental patterns and simple equipment to create loads. Sets and reps don't really apply to the exercise equation. Persistence, patience, and safety are hallmarks of John's work. Don't just watch - do what John does. You will learn from both ends - his coaching and your movement experience. 
Gray Cook, MSPT, CSCS Creator and Developer, The Functional Movement Screen, FMS
"John Brookfield's Battling Ropes are a unique way to train yourself or your athletes for the up most conditioning for all sports. Football, baseball, MMA, it does not matter. Besides being a great conditioner, it will build a death grip. It's not just for rehab, but more importantly for prehab. I have a shoulder socket replacement and my range of motion has increased greatly. The ropes can be a serious training partner for sore shoulders or to push your cardio and muscular endurance. The DVDs that John presents are amazing. If you train alone or with training partners I highly recommend Battling Ropes to be a part of your workouts. 
Louie Simmons Owner, Worlds Strongest Gym, Westside Barbell

" The modern day originator of Ropes training, arguable the strongest hands in the world and an unexpected endurance athlete - John Brookfield is all of this and more. If you are looking for the best information on training with Ropes then look no further because John has an extensive system with his Battling Ropes Training that is top notch.  
Brett Jones, Master RKC SFG, CSCS, CK-FMS 

A FEW TESTIMONIALS ABOUT LAUREN BROOKS


"My experience was nothing short of amazing! I’ve been following you for several years and worked with you in distant sessions, so there was NO WAY I was going to miss the opportunity to meet and learn from you in person.I am constantly amazed and impressed at how genuine you are and the amount of knowledge and experience you are so willing to share. Even though it was a long, packed day, I came away energized and with so many immediately applicable tips, cues, corrections and information. I even had a few “a-ha” moments with my own technique. There is nothing like having the eyes of a master on you to raise the level of your own skill.You have been hugely instrumental in my growth as a kettlebell enthusiast all the way through now to being a Kettlebell coach. It was an honor and dream for me to get to share space with you. Denice and Beth can attest to that as I didn’t stop talking about it all weekend :-) All in all, that honestly was one of the highlights of my entire life. I look forward to the day I get to work with you again.
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Published on March 24, 2019 12:44

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