Dave, I gotta let you know that I am seeing some good results. I had a PFT this morning and I had a chance to really go all out and test myself on the events that I have been working on. I got the 20 pullups that I have working for, did 90 crunches in two minutes, and ran 21:26 on the three mile run. I am very surprised that I did as well as I did on the run. In the past when I have worked very hard on pullups my run time has slowed down correspendingly. That was not the case this time around. I can see how the Turkish Get Ups(TGU) help out. In the low numbers that I am performing them, practicing the TGU really let me push out more crunches than I have in the past.
I just found out today that I will be getting promoted to become a Segeant of Marines on the 1st of November. I wanted to send you this email to thank you once again for outlining such an effective training program that allowed me to improve my scores on my Physical Fitness tests. The promotion points that I gained from
improving my PFT was a major contributing factor to getting promoted. To give you an idea of how our promotions are given... All Marines are given a composite score. When a Marines composite score is equal to, or greater than the "cutting score," the Marine
gets promoted. There are a certain amount of points awarded for Proficiency and Conduct(Pros/Cons) in the workplace, marksmanship skills, and physical fitness. There are other things that contribute to a Marines composite score to include college classes, time in grade, time in service, and a few others, but the PFT is almost always a "maker-or-a-breaker," and is one of the top three scores that a Marine NEEDS to be proficient with if he expects to see timely promotion to keep a competitive career. In this case, it really made it for me. Thanks again for being able to accurately design a workout program that really worked for me!
-Thomas Buhls, USMC
David Has opened up a whole new world of training for me. I have been an avid weight lifter for years, but recently I have begun to train in different ways. Thanks to the techniques I have learned from David, I am getting stronger. I am training different muscles as opposed to just "groove training" From body alignment to power generation to kettlebells, David has something to offer everyone. -Chuck Minor
"I met David in 2003 at the RKC certification. Since then it has been nothing short of amazing what he has helped other people accomplish through his effective and incredible kettlebell instruction. David brings a level of passion and expertice that I rarely see. As a strength coach myself, I can tell you that I go to David for advice. He is a strength coach for strength coaches. If you want top notch instruction and a world class coach, David is the guy to see."-Franz Snideman RKC, CHEK, Co-Owner of Revolution Fitness Center, and Author of The Revolution Kettlebell Fat Loss Program
"David Whitley is truly a beast of a man, and he combines that strength with an in depth knowledge of the human body and how to train properly. I would jump at the chance to work with him again."- Logan Christopher, RKC
"David Whitley introduced me to the kettlebell workout and I doubt that I will ever lift weights in the traditional sense ever again. Using a traditional weight room provides a static workout with an artificial range of motion. Kettlebells strengthen your joints and at the same time build fluid strength within the natural range of motion. This is THE weight training routine for all martial artists.."-Jesse N. H. Bacon, Vice President and General Counsel Kroll Background Screening Group
""David explains things well and makes it easy to understand kettlebell technique. Too bad the training isn't as easy! I can see the weight loss potential in kettlebell training, because after 20 minutes I was unable to keep my lunch down!" - Billy Wright, bassist for Mustang Mesa
If you want to get strong you couldn't ask for a better instructor than Dave Whitley. Period. Dennis Desjardins, Chiropractor, ART provider - Calgary,Alberta
"I just wanted to thank you for introducing me to this great new world of kettlebell training. What an experience! I truly thought I was in good physical condition until our first session yesterday. My lower body curses you with every step I take today. Not only was your instruction clear and understandable, your overall knowledge regarding anatomy and training is an additional benefit I was not expecting with my investment in your services. I will never hesitate to recommend you to any of my acquaintances who wish to improve their physical well being with this awesome training discipline"-Jody Haslam
"When David first mentioned this "Russian Kettlebell" thing to me I must admit I was, as is my nature, skeptical. Well, that didn't last long. After David skillfully demonstrated just a few of the basic techniques involved in the workout system I realized that this was a very valid set of exercises. Then came the tough part... I had to do it. I can honestly say that I have never such a direct and effective workout. Not only is the system great, with Davids skill, expertise, and professional teaching manner, it was easy to learn. This is deffinately something that I am looking forward to exploring further. The more I learn about the bells the more I see the benefits. In my opinion this is something that would be a great strength building and conditioning system for anyone." -Kelly Butler, Co Founder Tennessee Jeet Kune Do Association, 2003 Universal Martial Arts Hall Of Fame Outstanding Instructor of the Year
