Complexes for Fat Loss

Complexes are nothing new, ok, what really is?! However, there are so many great training methods it is easy to forget about some and focus on others. One of the best things about talking to colleagues is that you are reminded of training methods that are really helpful, but have gotten away from for one reason or another.

Complexes definitely fit into that category. Anyone familiar with Olympic lifting should be very knowledgeable of complexes. Often used in the sport for build a base level of conditioning and muscular balance, complexes are often underutilized by most.

In my KNOCKOUT! e-book I go over a whole extensive chapter discussing the value of complexes and the fact that using sandbags may be a superior tool for complexes. You see, the limiting factor in most complexes is grip strength. Most people just simply tire out from holding onto the bar for extended period of time. Therefore, the larger muscle groups are left greatly undertrained. Because of the hundreds of exercises you can perform with sandbags you can avoid such issues by utilizing drills where the bag is placed on the body. Not only does this prevent such problems, but is amazing for core training.

Of course if you want to challenge your grip you can definitely perform complexes where you grab the bag. This is far more demanding for grip training and gives you a vice for hands. In fact, check out the great series that my colleague Mike Stehle of www.jerseykettlebell.com has created to torture his clients, simply outstanding!!



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