Which Hand Goes on Top When Swinging a Steel Mace?
Which hand should be on top when swinging a mace?
The simple answer is: it doesn’t matter which hand is on top. But of course, there is a more in depth answer to the question. There are coaches out there that teach to swing towards your upper hand and there are coach who teach the opposite.
Now why would someone coach something so seemingly unimportant with such a consistency? For example with a 300 (10 to 2) you keep the same hand on top while swinging over both sides. So why prioritize at all?
Because symmetry is important in training.
Here the discussion is held the most. Some say that you should swing towards your lower hand because there is more room in the wrist. This would only be true if you didn’t aim your hands in the opposite direction of where you point the mace (sword block).
You can say something for both, but the main The is to alternate to ensure you train both sides 👍🏼
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The Kettlebell Backpack: is it the real deal?
Kettlebell Backpack 2.0
White Lion Athletics is the exclusive distributor of Well Built Kettlebells' Kettlebell Backpack.
A backpack specifically designed and engineered to carry a kettlebell is a blessing. It's safe, it's comfortable and it frees up your hands - to carry more kettlebells, a steel mace or steel clubs.
We're never one to deprive you of a solid suitcase carry with our 28kg kettlebell out to your favourite ,scenic training spot (this backpack can hold up to 28k); however, if freeing up your hands can make your trip safer.
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