Train like this in Nike Metcon 2
We have taken a closer look at five different women's training shoes from Nike. PT Jessica Clarén shows exercises that are tailor-made for each model. Which shoe is right for you?
The perfect training shoe finally exists! Nike Metcon 2 is both stable and flexible. Here are 3 great kettlebell exercises for those who want to get stronger.
Nike Metcon 2 is good for powerlifting where you need stability, but can also be used for exercises where you need to be mobile, thanks to its flexibility. Test your strength and endurance with Nike trainer Jessica Clarén's kettlebell exercises!
1. Kettlebell swings
Keep in mind: - Activate your core! When doing kettlebell swings, the movement should come from the hip, arms should be relaxed. The most common mistake people make is that they swing too slowly. When you reach the stop position, turn on the entire rear chain of your body so that you don't lean backwards. Breathe with your mouth open and quite forcefully. Exhale as you swing upwards and inhale on the way back.
Good for: The core from the neck down to the hip.
Number of repetitions: 10-20 x 3.
2. 3D kettlebell windmill with rotation in the top position
Keep in mind: - In the starting position, the back foot should be turned 45 degrees and the front foot should be at a 90 degree angle. This is a core exercise so you should bend your upper body without pushing your hips backwards.
Good for: core, arms, mobility and flexibility.
Number of repetitions: 10-12 x 3 on each side.
3. Dragon with kettlebell
Remember: - Hold the kettlebell at chest height, it may feel easier to hold it if you turn it upside down, and keep contact between the shoulder blades. Then tip your hips and tilt your upper body forward with control so that it is parallel to the ground while extending one leg. Now imagine that you have a stick running from your neck down to the heel of the lifted leg. Your gaze should be directed diagonally downwards, forward.
Good for: Leg and butt strength, balance, agility, flexibility and core strength.
Number of repetitions: 10-12 x 3 per leg.
Personal trainer Jessica Clarén is Nike master trainer and has worked with Nike for over ten years. She runs an inspiring fitness blog and has a popular Instagram account @jessicaclaren.
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Train heavy and high intensity in Nike Metcon 2
HERE you will find Sportamore's range of Nike Metcon 2! It is small in size, so if you are between two sizes, we recommend that you go up one size.
For HIIT and cross-training, Nike Metcon 2 is your best, versatile friend. This is a shoe for those who want both stability and flexibility.
- The shoe is made to handle heavier loads. It has a lower drop between the heel and forefoot than many other training shoes, to create a stable feeling so you can lift heavier weights. The sole is very flat for maximum stability but you can still run short bursts in it," says Stine Tomb, product specialist at Nike.
Is rope climbing part of today's workout? Congratulations! The Metcon 2 has grip surfaces on the outside and inside so you can reach new heights, and is reinforced in the upper so it won't be torn apart by rope friction. But these are not the only details that stand out on the shoe model.
- If you look at the heel of the shoe, there are heel clips. These are for those who do handstand push-ups and don't want friction against the wall.
Despite its stability, the Metcon 2 is so flexible in the forefoot that you can easily do lunges and burpees with it.
- The sole has a 360-degree friction surface so you'll have a grip on the floor no matter where you land.
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