Sandbag Training for Athletes, Weekend Warriors and Fitness Enthusiasts [Paperback]

Mr. Josh Henkin (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: February 25, 2012

You may think the idea of training with a bag of sand may be a bit crazy. You may be wondering why would I train with such a thing, could it be really that BIG of a difference? Heck, I have a whole gym full of equipment available to me, why in the world would I even CONSIDER sandbag training? Let’s face it, if you are reading this right now you aren’t happy with your results. You know they could be better, but you may not be sure what is missing from your programs. I’ll be honest, sandbags themselves will not solve your problems. I can tell you this from personal experience as I had high hopes for using sandbags for my own physical issues which was primarily a bad low back injury suffered during my athletic career. Being so frustrated with the failure of traditional therapeutic techniques I had to search so outside the lines that I was led down to the idea of old time strength training techniques. The idea of a “Physical Culture” was at the root of how these old time athletes lived and trained. These athletes were not just performing feats of strength that would be impressive by today’s standards, but they could move with the grace that would make the most elite athlete’s jaw drop. What secrets did they know that we did not? It was a challenge to identify what made them so successful as they all had their own unique methods and ideas, I couldn’t find any specific commonalities except for one! At one point or another it appeared that most of these old time strongmen lifted odd objects. Stones, giant logs, and large bags of a variety of implements. This all seemed counterproductive to someone who had the history of low back pain that I had experienced, yet, I was desperate! I needed SOMETHING that would make a profound difference for pain and discomfort, I simply could not go on living life in this manner. I didn’t want to use everything, I was hesitant and thought of the odd objects discussed by old-time strongmen which made the most sense? Heck, I wasn’t even sold that such a thing would make a difference for me. Exploring a little deeper it appeared that even some of the strongmen had their favorites and one of the most popular of the modern era, Brooks Kubik, spoke very specifically about the benefits and safety of sandbag training...

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About the Author

Josh Henkin earned his degree in Exercise Science from Arizona State University. While at ASU Josh walked on to the Men’s Basketball Team, however, herniating to discs ended Josh’s athletic career but would serve as his motivation to passionately seek out the best information in fitness, health, corrective exercise, and sports performance. Upon graduating from ASU Josh continued his quest of cutting-edge training from some of the top professionals and associations in the industry. Even with all the great information he would learn, he felt there was still a hole. This desire to make training better and to make himself better he began his journey with sandbag training. Quickly seeing the problems with standard sandbag training he was inspired to create something different. A system of fitness training that would bridge science and practical application. This would eventually become his Dynamic Variable Resistance Training™ program (DVRT™). His DVRT™ program has resonated with top fitness professionals from all over the world! From National Conferences to presenting his DVRT™ program to over ten different countries, Josh has developed a solution to evolve the world of functional fitness training. Don’t miss the chance to learn from his over 15 years of training a wide variety of clients from general fitness, youth, professional athletes, and post-rehabilitative individuals.

Product Details

• Paperback: 86 pages
• Publisher: CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform (February 25, 2012)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1469948303
• ISBN-13: 978-1469948300
• Product Dimensions: 11 x 8.5 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 8.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (15 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #113,469 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars I may be a Newbie March 2, 2012

By Nudnikit

Format:Kindle Edition|Amazon Verified Purchase

Ok, I'll admit it.

I first came across the Ultimate Sandbag on another website. I saw these amazingly fit, toned women using it to exercise and thought to myself... "Damn, I want to look like that!" Then of course life set in and so does reality. Needless to say..... The Amazonian manhandling a pink sandbag was hard to forget. Fast forward a few months later and I finally decide to get off my duff and get in in gear. So off to the ladies website I go, and I proceed to order the pink and black version of course. So here I am, now the proud owner of a Barbie's pink sandbag. Now what do I do with it? And lo and behold, there is a now a book to add to this to help me in my Sandbag training.

After reading through it, I definitely think it helps to clarify how and why to use the Sandbag in a beneficial manner, along with the website and video's you can't go wrong. As long as you pay attention and watch your form of course. And you can always check into the Faceb**k page and their website as I have for clarification and just to get motivational help.

I think they have a great product with the Ultimate Sandbag and now it's even better (educational/training programs) with the addition of this book! I can't wait to see it in print, I will be on the lookout for it!

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Outstanding!!!! April 19, 2012

By mts3857

Format:Kindle Edition|Amazon Verified Purchase

I just bought this and I'm almost done with it!!!! I own several of Josh's products; DVD's, sand bags, and now this book. ALL of it is top quality, and worth every penny! Josh presents the information in an easy to follow format, with no added fluff, or wasted time! I cannot wait to get to one of his seminars! Thanks for providing quality products at a fair price.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Full of Unique Exercise Demos + 9 Workout Programs, it is MORE than Just a Book About Sandbags August 1, 2012

By Troy Anderson

Format:Paperback

Length: 1:56 Mins