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Kettlebells Swing From Russian Markets to Global Gyms
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Kettlebells Swing From Russian Markets to Global Gyms

The Kettlebell's story begins in Russia. Originally called 'girya' (plural 'giri'), they were first mentioned in a Russian dictionary in 1704. These weights, resembling a cannonball with a handle, were initially used as counterweights in markets to measure goods. However, their potential for physical training was soon recognized. Farmers and strongmen began to use them for displays of strength and endurance, laying the foundation for their later use in fitness and sport.

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OpenAI Chat Becomes Your Health and Fitness Coach
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OpenAI Chat Becomes Your Health and Fitness Coach

AI (Artificial Intelligence) is here to stay, and AI will enhance, and change our approach to fitness and health. OpenAI has a new ChatBot that is quite fantastical. We can set up a training schedule, and get back answers to serious inquiries. Here are a few examples of just what we can do with AI — to not only make our lives better, but to educate us in ways we may have yet to imagine.

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