Strong for Life
Sustainable strength with kettlebells
Build a strong body with the same focus you’ve brought to building your business + your bank account
Fitness that works
FOR your life,
not against it
Maybe you’ve invested in the money mindset coach.
Shown up for the marketing strategy sessions.
Are dutiful in your gratitude journal.
But your physical fitness is an afterthought.
I want to help you show up strong in your body
so you can show up strong for your business.
This 8 week program is designed to help you show up consistently, build strength, and walk away with the basic kettlebell foundations you need to create a resilient body that will support you all the way up the financial ladder.
Strong for Life was created for the woman who…
→ Recognizes the importance of exercise + fitness, but struggles to prioritize her own movement routine
→ Knows that feeling more secure in her body will help her show up more confidently for the brand photo shoot and the 6-figure pitch
→ Isn’t looking to just check “fitness” off of her To Do list, but invest in long term wellness
→ Thrives on making moves in her biz, but hasn’t quite figured out how to move her body for tangible results
→ Hopes to walk away from her workout feeling energized and inspired, not drained or depleted
→ Doesn’t want her body to hold her back — whether it’s carrying grocery bags to her car or playing soccer in the backyard with her kid
You’ve already committed to showing up in your career,
but what about the physical vessel that supports you?
The frenzy of professional of life is no joke.
Add in your kid’s basketball practice… date night… doctor’s appointments…
Sometimes fitness falls to the bottom of the priority list.
But caring for your body is what will allow you to show up for all those other endeavors, both now and well into the future.
Just like in business, the commitment to health is a long term climb, not a quick fix.
It also may require moving out of our comfort zone to see tangible progress that will help us reach our goals.
Strong for Life is about finding the middle ground.
It’s what exists in the space between 1:1 personal training + Group Fitness classes
aka Small Group Training
An intimate group of no more than 6 women who are also immersed in their careers, their families + their joy and want to show up stronger in every one of those arenas.
Strong for Life is for you if you’ve wanted…
❖ To engage in shorter, more efficient workouts that energize you for your product pitch, your podcast interview, or a playground playdate
❖ To release the confusion of “what’s the best way to move my body today?
❖ To stop working out to get skinny, and start training to get STRONG
❖ To boost your movement confidence, so you can walk onto the gym floor (or your living room), grab a kettlebell, and execute basic movement patterns without hesitation
The conventional fitness industry is focused on extremes.
They say if you want to do fitness “right” then the answer is Sweaty and Sore. Muscles shaking in barre class. Endless reps in HIIT class.
More. Longer. Harder.
To leave it all on the floor.
“No pain, No gain.”
If it hurts you did it right.
Push past your limit.
Conventional fitness pushes ALL or NOTHING.
Conventional fitness is not realistic.
And it’s not the only way.
Hi, I’m Kathryn Blaze.
Certified kettlebell specialist + NASM personal trainer + cheerleader for sustainable fitness. Wife + mama + lover of chocolate chips.
After teaching barre for years (and forcing myself into occasional burpee-filled HIIT classes because I thought I “needed more cardio)… I found kettlebells.
I realized that strength training can be slow + intentional.
It doesn’t have to leave you in an exhausted puddle on the floor.
That you can walk away from a session feeling grounded and strong, and ready to take on the rest of your day.
My experience with strength + kettlebells has been all about balance.
The way I learned - and the way I teach - focuses on mindful strength. Moving in a way that challenges your body, but also respects recovery, which is required for progress.
I’m all about the middle ground —
which is why I created Strong for Life.
The Details:
An intimate group of 4-6 women who are committed to showing up for their health so they can show up for their business, family, and Life
This 8-week program offers the support and community of group fitness paired with the intimacy and personalized feedback of personal training
What’s included:
✹ 3x/week 45-minute LIVE small-group training sessions
✹ Two 40-minute 1:1 calls with Kathryn to deep dive on specific questions, concerns, or review technique
✹ A private Facebook group for ongoing support + encouragement from a likeminded group of busy professional women
Program cost:
$1600 paid in full
*with complimentary kettlebell shipped to your residence
- or -
Two payments of $800
You’ll learn the foundations of
kettlebells + bodyweight work so that at the end of 8 weeks you can confidently follow a DIY program, jump into a live class, or progress to more advanced kettlebell skills.
You’ll walk away having mastered the following skills:
- Goblet clean
- Goblet squat
- 2 arm deadlift
- Single arm deadlift
- Single arm row
- Overhead strict press
- Goblet reverse lunge
- Elevated pushup
- Suitcase carry
- Goblet march
- Hardstyle plank
- 2 arm swing
I hope that Strong for Life will allow you to…
✓ Create a strong body that you feel confident in — whether you’re strutting on stage for your TED Talk or carrying your grocery bags to the car without throwing out your back
✓ Prioritize the health of your physical body in the same way you prioritize the health of your business bank account
✓ Ditch the conventional fitness extremes of All or Nothing, and build a sustainable, enjoyable relationship with movement
✓ Know exactly what to do each week — no more questioning HOW to exercise
✓ Detach sweat + soreness from the definition of a “good workout”
✓ Start training for longevity and health, rather than trying to “slim down” or fit a cultural ideal
✓ Feel GOOD after training, instead of sore, crushed, or defeated
✓ Master basic movement patterns that will serve you in all exercise modalities AND Real Life activities
✓ Stop trying to lower the number on the scale, and start trying to increase the number on your weights
What people are saying
about training with Kathryn…
“I signed up for my first ever weight training class because I wanted to support a local mom who embarked on a business adventure. I’ve stuck with it because I feel stronger and my chronic neck and back pain disappeared. This has been a surprising commitment for me because when I see weight, I typically run in the opposite direction!”
“I was intrigued by a new (less boring) method of strength training. As a Pilates instructor I like the flow and precision kettlebell training seems to have.
Kathryn breaks everything down so that it makes sense and feels safe/effective. It moves slow enough that I felt I could learn without harming myself.
I feel stronger, I can lift heavier things! I was able to learn how to do things correctly and so I’ve been able to continually challenge myself and increase the weight I can lift/press etc”
Why Strength?
Because strength training is MANDATORY for creating a resilient body now AND as we age.
Our daily life demands that we move our body under load.
We carry our 30 pound toddler.
We haul grocery bags to the car.
We drag a bag of mulch to the garden.
Strength training PREPARES our body for everyday tasks and beyond…
…without worrying about throwing out your back.
Why kettlebells?
Because you only need 1 or 2 for a complete training program.
They’re relatively inexpensive.
You can stash them in your closet or toss them (carefully) in the car for your next road trip.
The shape of the bell creates an offset center of gravity, which requires the use of stabilizing muscles in every move.
The shape makes it incredibly versatile, and uniquely suited to ballistic movements like swings + snatches.
Why virtual?
Why NOT virtual!?
No commute time to/from your sessions. Roll out of bed and grab your bell…
No additional gym fees — grab a kettlebell + squat in your kitchen, your backyard, or while traveling…
No need to get dressed - wear your PJs if you want, no judgement here!
Privacy — move your body in the comfort of your home with a small group of like-minded professional women.
FAQs
+ What kettlebell knowledge do I need before joining?
None! This program is perfect for you if you've never touched a kettlebell before. It will teach you how to start incorporating heavier weights into your routine without any fuss or fear! No scary stuff, not rushed - basic foundations that will serve you in ALL forms of exercise/movement, as well as daily life.
+ I'm already into heavier weights - is Strong for Life for me?
Maybe! If you're unfamiliar with kettlebell technique, or have only ever done DIY kettlebell work, this could be a great way to really perfect your skills. Whether you're new to strength training or already comfortable with heavier weights, Strong for Life is an effective training program that will help you improve foundational movement patterns (push/pull/hinge/squat/carry/anti-rotation) and solidify your kettlebell technique.
+ I have a knee/wrist/back/etc issue, is Strong for Life the right program for me?
I always offer options during our sessions so that you can make movements work for you. However, you'll want to make sure you're medically cleared for exercise before joining any new movement program. Let's chat more and make sure this is the right fit for you!
+ What equipment do I need?
1-2 kettlebells. I'd suggest 1 weight you can press overhead for 5 repetitions (typically 6-12kg) + something a bit heavier for lower body (10-16kg). Feel free to contact me if you have specific questions!
+ How long is the program?
The program runs for 8 weeks, with 3 live sessions per week.
+ What if I miss a session?
Stuff happens! Replays will be available if you have to miss a session. However, this is a Live program and live attendance is required. If you aren't sure you'll be able to attend most of the (24) sessions, email me and let's talk about other options xo hello@kathrynblaze.com
+ Do I need to do other workouts inbetween our sessions?
We'll meet for live sessions 3x a week. The rest of the week I'd encourage you to engage in other types of movement you enjoy ... Walking, hiking, yoga, bodyweight “movement snacks” at home, etc.
+ What if I have specific questions on my technique? Is there any way to get additional feedback or help?
Yes! You'll be able to schedule two 1:1 calls over the course of our 8 week session to check in on speciifc form + technique questions. You'll also have access to me via the private Facebook group, as well as the Voxer app to send text messages or voice memos with any and all questions.
+ Did I miss something?
Have a question I didn't address here? Shoot me an email and we'll chat! hello@kathrynblaze.com