According to Jeff Martone, kettlebell instructor extraordinaire, the Turkish Get-Up (“TGU”) was a staple exercise for old-time strongmen and wrestlers. It’s been said that in the days of old, this was the first and only exercise taught to many aspiring weightlifters to practice. Supposedly, no other exercises were taught or practiced until the pupil could perform the TGU with a 100-pound weight in either hand. This might seem silly to you, but the reasoning is quite sound. First, it takes tenacity and commitment to conquer this feat of strength. Second, it slowly yet steadily builds a solid foundation of strength that nearly “injury proofs” the body, making it ready for more demanding training. Third, it significantly strengthens the major muscle groups, small stabilizing muscles, and connective tissues.
This month we will explore the Turkish Get-Up and its variations. We will challenge ourselves to get our TGUs up to 100lbs or more.
Hey keith
We love the TGU at IGNITE.. WE have a club in which the sole goal is to get the 100lb get up for me 62# for women..
here is a TGU video we made to get to the beast.
check it out
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1NLLml8iXrQ