About

ERIC LEIJA,

Kettlebell
specialist

Onnit academy senior kettlebell coach,
business owner and fitness influencer.

HI, I’m ERIC…

I specialize in kettlebell training courses but I also incorporate other training tools and methods into my routines to get the most out of every session.

I’ve been coaching for over six years but have been working out and living a fit lifestyle for over 15 years.

I began training in mixed martial arts when I was 12, and to stay ahead of my competition and in tip-top shape, I also did strength training and conditioning. I learned tips and techniques from some of the top fighters in the game and incorporated what I learned from them into my workout routines. This is when I first got familiar with kettlebells and their benefits for athletes.

why kettlebells?

I received my first formal training in kettlebells in 2013 under IKFF Kettlebell Coach, Ken Blackburn.

Since then, I have used kettlebells almost daily in every workout and with every client. I have developed a style of training using kettlebells that is functional, fun, and engaging. The versatility of the kettlebell courses allow me to combine exercises in various combinations and patterns that are challenging, logical, and yielding results. I want to promote creativity when working out.

Being able to mix things up keeps me interested and motivated to keep learning new things and to keep getting better. I want to promote a non-dogmatic approach to training. I want to promote exploration. The only way to break the mold is to explore and move to get closer to finding something that works for you. This is what works for me and what I have learned from experience that I have been able to replicate with my clients.

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VARIETY IS KEY TO
Getting results

My kettlebell courses combine strength, conditioning, and mobility to make sure you are not only getting bigger, faster, and stronger but also more mobile and durable. This helps to minimize your risk for injury so you can keep training and getting better.

I use what works and what is going to help me or my client get the results they want – which is why in addition to using kettlebells, I also incorporate barbell, dumbbell, battle rope, calisthenics, steel club, and steel mace exercises into my routines.

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The importance of
Bodyweight movement

Being a coach at the Onnit Academy, I’ve had the privilege of taking seminars with some of the top movement coaches in the industry.

Coaches like John Wolf, Dr. Mark Cheng, Mike Fitch, and Dr. Andreo Spina opened my eyes to the importance of body weight movement and mobility to help improve performance and overall health.

I am excited about sharing the knowledge I have learned over the years with you and want to help you incorporate techniques that work into your fitness routine.

In addition to training hard in the gym, I also make a concerted effort to make sure I eat well and fuel my body with the right nutrients to help me recover strong. I believe fitness is a lifestyle and with proper training, rest, and nutrition, you too can be the fittest you can be and crush your goals.

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