KAATSU At Home With Laurel Kuzins Using The KAATSU Cycle 2.0

For who? Work-at-home employees, student-athletes, competitive athletes
For what? Functional movement, strength, flexibility, mobility, KAATSU At Home

KAATSU At Home Workout on June 12th


Laurel Kuzins is a KAATSU Functional Mobility Specialist from Santa Monica, California who leads the daily KAATSU At Home workouts starting at 3 pm California time / 6 pm New York time Mondays through Fridays on Zoom or Instagram Live. These KAATSU workouts are aimed at Competitive Athletes (high school + collegiate + Olympian + professional + fitness + masters). She uses the KAATSU Cycle 2.0 during the KAATSU At Home workouts.

KAATSU At Home Workout on June 11th


KAATSU At Home Workout on June 10th


KAATSU At Home Workout on June 9th


KAATSU At Home Workout on June 8th


KAATSU At Home Workout on June 5th


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KAATSU At Home With Laurel Kuzins Using The KAATSU Cycle 2.0

For who? Work-at-home employees, student-athletes, competitive athletes
For what? Functional movement, strength, flexibility, mobility, KAATSU At Home

KAATSU At Home Workout on June 4th


Laurel Kuzins is a KAATSU Functional Mobility Specialist from Santa Monica, California who leads the daily KAATSU At Home workouts starting at 3 pm California time / 6 pm New York time Mondays through Fridays on Zoom or Instagram Live. These KAATSU workouts are aimed at Competitive Athletes (high school + collegiate + Olympian + professional + fitness + masters). She uses the KAATSU Cycle 2.0 during the KAATSU At Home workouts.

KAATSU At Home Workout on June 3rd


KAATSU At Home Workout on June 2nd


KAATSU At Home Workout on June 1st


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KAATSU At Home With Laurel Kuzins Using The KAATSU Cycle 2.0

KAATSU At Home Workout on May 29th


Laurel Kuzins is a KAATSU Functional Mobility Specialist from Santa Monica, California who leads the daily KAATSU At Home workouts starting at 3 pm California time / 6 pm New York time Mondays through Fridays on Zoom or Instagram Live. These KAATSU workouts are aimed at Competitive Athletes (high school + collegiate + Olympian + professional + fitness + masters). She uses the KAATSU Cycle 2.0 during the KAATSU At Home workouts.

KAATSU At Home Workout on May 28th


KAATSU At Home Workout on May 27th


KAATSU At Home Workout on May 26th


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KAATSU Recovery And Rehabilitation With Aquatic Athletes

For who? Swimmers, water polo players, triathletes
For what? KAATSU Aqua, rehabilitation, recovery



High school, club and national level water polo coach Dave Carlson from Los Alamitos, California and 2008 Olympic swim coach Chris Morgan of Danvers, Massachusetts discussed different way to recover from competitions and games with the KAATSU Aqua Bands and the KAATSU Cycle 2.0 device.

They described their athletes' applications of KAATSU the original BFR after water polo games, during high school dual meets, and after competitive swimming competitions.

They also discussed their own rehabilitation journeys with KAATSU when they were recovering from bone breaks, sore backs, inflamed gums, and broken ribs.

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KAATSU At Home With Laurel Kuzins On April 24th - 29th

For who? Work-at-home employees, student-athletes, competitive athletes
For what? Functional movement, strength, flexibility, mobility, KAATSU At Home



Laurel Kuzins is a KAATSU Functional Mobility Specialist from Santa Monica, California who leads the daily KAATSU At Home workouts starting at 3 pm California time / 6 pm New York time Mondays through Fridays on Zoom or Instagram Live. These KAATSU workouts are aimed at Competitive Athletes (high school + collegiate + Olympian + professional + fitness + masters).

KAATSU At Home Workout on Wednesday, April 29th
KAATSU Air Bands on Arms
Stretching/ mobility
Lateral wrist curls
40 seconds on, 20 seconds rest x 3
Tricep Dips
40 seconds on, 20 seconds rest x 3
Push-ups
40 seconds on, 20 seconds rest x 3
Forearm plank walk
1 minute
Heart rate boost
swimmers
x planks
Jump rope

KAATSU Air Bands on Legs
Stretching/mobility
Heel lifts
40 seconds on, 20 seconds rest x 3
Heart rate boost
swimmers
x planks
Jump rope
Sumo "wall" sit pulse
40 seconds on, 20 seconds rest x 3
Static lunge knee drops
40 seconds on, 20 seconds rest x 4
Single leg Romanian deadlift
40 seconds on, 20 seconds rest x 4 (two/side)
Squat Walk
40 seconds on, 20 seconds rest x 3
Killer core
Overhead seated leg lift to knee in
40 seconds on, 20 seconds rest x 3
Bicycles (optional straight leg)
40 seconds on, 20 seconds rest x 3
Stretch



KAATSU At Home Workout on Friday, April 24th
KAATSU Air Bands on Arms
Warm up stretching
Fingertip press ups
- 30 seconds x 2
Heart rate boost
- 30 seconds each
Reverse lunge
Ankle taps
Mountain Climbers
Diamond push-ups
- 30 seconds x 2
Star plank
- 1 minute
Shoulder mobility exercises + Stretches

KAATSU Air Bands on Legs
Static lunge heel raises
- 30 seconds / side
Heart rate boost
- 30 seconds each
Reverse lunge
Ankle taps
Mountain Climbers
Bear Marches
- 30 seconds x 2
Heart rate boost
- 30 seconds each
Reverse lunge
Ankle taps
Mountain Climbers
Sumo squat hold arm swing
- 30 seconds x 2
Core
30 seconds each
Ins and outs
- R ride oblique crunch
- L side oblique crunch
Leg mobility and stretch work



KAATSU At Home Workout on Tuesday, April 28th
KAATSU Air Bands on Arms
Shoulder CARS (controlled articular rotations)
Standing spine warm-up
Wrist Circles
- 30 seconds/side x 4
Tricep Extensions
- 30 seconds x 2
1. Moderate
2. Fast
Biceps Curls
- 30 seconds x 2
1. Moderate
2. Fast
Side plank rotations
- 30 seconds x 2
1. normal
2. optional leg lift
Heart rate boost - 30 seconds each
- Run in place
- Cross jacks
- Frog jumps
Forearm plank Spidermans
1. Moderate
2. Fast

KAATSU Air Bands on Legs
Active stretching
Sumo squat heel raise
- 30 seconds/side x 2
- 3rd set = both heels
Heart rate boost - 30 seconds each
- Run in place
- Cross jacks
- Frog jumps
Lateral lunges
30 seconds/side x 2
Heart rate boost - 30 seconds each
- Run in place
- Cross jacks
- Frog jumps
Forward lunge to squat
- 30 seconds/side x 4
Figure 4 bridge
- 30 second/side x 4
CORE
30 seconds each
- lying oblique crunch r/l
- hollow body hold
Stretching



KAATSU At Home Workout on Monday, April 27th
KAATSU Air Bands on Arms
Neck CARS (controlled articular rotations)
Spine warm-up
Upward wrist curls
- 30 seconds x 2
Crab toe touches
- 30 seconds x 2
1. Slow motion
2. FAST
Forearm plank punch
- 30 seconds x 2
1. Slow motion
2. FAST
Floor push-up to back extension
- 30 seconds x 2
Heart rate boost - 30 seconds each
- scissor punch jacks
- Squat + reach
- high leg oblique kicks

KAATSU Air Bands on Legs
Active stretching
3 part heel raise
- 30 seconds x 2
Heart rate boost - 30 seconds each
- scissor punch jacks
- Squat + reach
- high leg oblique kicks
Curtsy lunges - 30 seconds/side x 4
- 1st round step back
- 2nd round optional static
Jump slam half burpee
- 30 seconds x 2
Reverse lunge + Twist - 30 seconds/side x 4
- 1st round normal
- 2nd round option to hold leg up @ center for balance
Heart rate boost - 30 seconds each
- scissor punch jacks
- Squat + reach
- high leg oblique kicks
CORE
30 seconds each
- side plank reach right, left
- hollow hold variation
Stretching

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KAATSU At Home With Laurel Kuzins, April 14th

For who? Work-at-home employees, student-athletes, competitive athletes
For what? Functional movement, strength, flexibility, mobility, KAATSU At Home


Laurel Kuzins is a highly popular and experienced yoga, Pilates, and GroupX instructor and Functional Mobility Specialist from Santa Monica, California.

She leads the daily KAATSU At Home workouts starting at 3 pm California time / 6 pm New York time Mondays through Fridays this week. These KAATSU workouts are for both aging Baby Boomers and for Competitive Athletes (high school + collegiate + Olympian + professional + fitness + masters).

Kuzins is all about wellness and believes that helping people to feel their best is her life's purpose. Laurel creates a diverse range of workouts striving to make fitness fun and accessible for everybody no matter what stage of your health journey you are on.

A native of northern California and former water polo player, she received her Bachelor's Degree from University of California Santa Cruz.

Note: Kuzins will add optional active stretches in between some of the exercises. Modifications will be offered as well as 1-2 bonus exercises (3x with 30 seconds on + 20 seconds rest) and a Q&A session with KAATSU Master Specialists.

Tuesday, April 14th KAATSU At Home Workout

KAATSU Air Bands on arms
• Upper body stretching/mobility work
• Crab walk - 30 seconds x 2 with 20 seconds rest
Heart rate boost series 1 - 30 seconds each:
1. tuck jumps
2. Pendulum swings
3. Jog with double overhead punch
• Diamond push-ups 30 seconds x 3 with 20 seconds rest as follows:
1. Normal pace
2. Slow motion
3. As fast as possible
• Heart rate boost series 1 - 30 seconds each:
1. tuck jumps
2. Pendulum swings
3. Jog with double overhead punch
• Biceps curls - 30 seconds x 2
• Lateral plank walk - 60 seconds straight

KAATSU Air Bands on legs
• lower body stretching/mobility work
• Sumo squat calf raises 30 seconds x 2 with 20 seconds rest
• Quadrupled hip range of motion exercise - 1 minute/ side
• Heart rate boost series 1 - 30 seconds each:
1. tuck jumps
2. Pendulum swings
3. Jog with double overhead punch
• Squats - 30 seconds x 3 with 20 seconds rest, as follows
1. regular
2. single leg lift
3. jump squats
• Oblique heart rate boost 30 seconds/side for 1 minute total
• Alternative burpees - 30 seconds x 3 with 20 seconds rest, as follows
1. Step up
2. Jump
3. For speed!

• Balance work - 2 minutes (1 per side)
• Oblique heart rate boost 30 seconds/side for 1 minute total

Core Work 90 seconds total, 30 seconds off the following:
1. Seated leg circles (30 sec each direction)
2. Finger to toes upper ab crunch

• Stretching

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Absolute Best Use Of An NFL Football Stipend

For who? Football players, student-athletes, competitive athletes
For what? Functional movement, strength, flexibility, mobility, KAATSU At Home





During the lockdowns across the United States, 22 states are homes to NFL (National Football League) teams from Massachusetts to California.

The NFL makes decisions for all 32 teams that are fair across the board - including how often and how long they can train during the lockdowns, quarantines, shelter-in-place and work-from-home ordinances that are currently in place in the 32 cities and states across America.

One of the decisions made relates to equipment: "Players who require specialized equipment to complete their offseason workouts and achieve contract bonuses will be allowed a stipend of $1,500 to purchase what is needed for workouts. The parameters of the workouts and how they will be measured will be left up to the players and teams."

"For a budget of $1,500 per player, there is no other piece of equipment that is as versatile, effective and efficient as the KAATSU Cycle 2.0," says Steven Munatones. "Not only can players at every position maintain and improve their speed, strength, stamina, and agility with KAATSU equipment, but they can also rehabilitate and recover from any musculoskeletal injury they may have with KAATSU the original BFR."

Speed
The KAATSU Cycle 2.0 and the KAATSU Air Bands can be used in different ways to develop speed (see examples here). The ideal KAATSU speed workout begins with the KAATSU Cycle mode and then continues in the KAATSU Training mode with bursts of speed - either sprints or agility drills.

Strength
The ideal KAATSU strength workout begins with the KAATSU Cycle mode and then continues in the KAATSU Training mode with any type of bodyweight exercises or with light weights (see suggestions here) - or the videos below with numerous examples with Dr. Cory.

For strength gains, the repetitions can be a combination of slow repetitions with contractions and normal-speed repetitions, all using relatively light weights or resistance bands. For muscle girth gains, very slow repetitions both in the positive and negative directions under high SKU pressure is optimal.

Stamina
The ideal KAATSU stamina workout begins with the KAATSU Cycle mode and then continues in the KAATSU Training mode with any type of aerobic work including running, using rowing machines, spinning bikes or treadmills, or doing burpees or quick bodyweight exercises.

In the KAATSU Training mode with the KAATSU Cycle 2.0 unit untethered from the bands, athletes can do shuttle runs or any kind of agility drills - they can even attempt any kind of Tabata regimen with the KAATSU Air Bands on, and their pulse will skyrocket and imitate any kind of elevated heart rate they would face in the game.

Agility
Agility with the feet and body, or throwing motion for quarterbacks or leg strength and mobility for punters and kickers are all enabled with a combination of the KAATSU Cycle mode and the KAATSU Training mode.

Rehabilitation
Effective rehabilitation and recovery are both well-documented by using the KAATSU Cycle mode, at least 3 times per day whether the player is facing recovery from a muscle tear, a bone break, or any kind of ligament or tendon injury.

Recovery
In order to avoid or minimize DOMS (delayed onset muscle soreness), 3-6 KAATSU Cycles are the most effective means to remove lactate from a vigorous workout.

Versatility & Augmentation
The KAATSU equipment can effectively augment any kind of fitness equipment the athlete may use: AlterG machines, rowing machines, spin bikes, barbells, dumbbells, resistance bands, TRX suspension straps, jump ropes, pools (either for aqua therapy or exercise), StairMasters, power racks, pull-up bars, dyno disks, physioballs, foam rollers, agility ladders, kettlebells, etc.

Or the KAATSU Cycle 2.0 can literally be used solely by itself with bodyweight exercises.

The KAATSU equipment can effectively augment any kind of movement the athletes may do: running, bodyweight exercises, blocking, stretching, rehabilitation exercises, running pass routes, throwing, kicking, etc.

Cost
The KAATSU Cycle 2.0 costs $899, leaving another $600 for the NFL athlete to utilize on a wide variety of additional equipment, all of which can be complementary and incorporated into a KAATSU workout including weights, resistance bands, TRX straps, Bosu balls, jump ropes, medicine balls, AlterG machines, red light therapy, etc.

If KAATSU is used as recommended (i.e., before, during and after workouts) and before bedtime for full recovery, the cost per use over the course of a year is $1.23 (or $0.61 over 2 years).



KAATSU Cycle 2.0 Features
* compact
* quiet
* can be used anywhere anytime by anyone - including the family members of the NFL players
* light
* durable
* useful for arms, legs and core
* includes 4 KAATSU Air Bands for both arms and legs
* easily rechargeable battery with a USB-C charger (that pulls into smartphone chargers or laptops)
* waterproof for use in the pool

Patented
Based on the original KAATSU know-how and US patent #9,775,619 (Compression and decompression control system and vascular strengthening method).



































































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KAATSU At Home Workouts - Zooming In On Yoga And Shoulder Mobility

For who? Work-at-home employees, student-athletes, competitive athletes
For what? Functional movement, strength, flexibility, mobility, yoga, KAATSU At Home



Retired Navy SEAL captain John Doolittle and his wife led a yoga- and shoulder mobility-focused KAATSU At Home workout geared for Baby Boomers on Thursday, April 9th.

His earlier KAATSU the original BFR workout was geared towards strength for both younger competitive athletes and the Baby Boomers. Both workouts used the KAATSU Cycle 2.0.



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KAATSU At Home Workouts - Zooming In On Stamina

For who? Work-at-home employees, student-athletes, competitive athletes, runners, Navy SEALs
For what? Functional movement, strength, flexibility, mobility, KAATSU At Home, recovery









































Retired Navy SEAL captain John Doolittle led 2 stamina-focused KAATSU At Home workouts on Wednesday, April 8th. These workouts are more leg-focused than other KAATSU workouts that were offered this week.

The first workout was geared for aging Baby Boomers (i.e., those over 50 years old). The second workout was geared for younger competitive athletes.

​​• Mondays: KAATSU At Home Zoom Workouts - Focus on Strength
​​• Tuesdays: KAATSU At Home Zoom Workouts - Focus on Speed
​​• Wednesdays: KAATSU At Home Zoom Workouts - Focus on Stamina
​​• Thursdays: KAATSU At Home Zoom Workouts - Focus on Flexibility
​​• Friday: KAATSU At Home Zoom Workouts - Focus on Core Strength & Balance

KAATSU At Home Workout #3 - Zooming In On Stamina

Warm-up:
​​• Stretch and drink an entire water bottle before the workout begins
​​• Put on KAATSU Arm Bands snugly. Be able to put one finger between your arms and the bands, but not two fingers between your arms and the bands (this would be too loose).

Exercise #1:
​​• 3 sets of Hand Clenches + Biceps Curls + Triceps Extensions
Set 1: 20 slow Hand Clenches + 10 fast Hand Clenches. Rest 20 seconds.
Set 2: 20 slow Biceps Curls + 10 fast Biceps Curls. Rest 20 seconds.
Set 3: 20 slow Triceps Extensions + 10 fast Triceps Extensions. Rest 20 seconds.

​​Exercise #2:
​​• Take off KAATSU Arm Bands and hydrate during 3-minute rest.
​​• Then, put on KAATSU Leg Bands snugly. Be able to put one finger between your legs and the bands, but not two fingers between your arms and the bands (this would be too loose).

Exercise #3:
​​• 3 sets of Heel Raises + Standing Leg Curls + Non-lock Quarter Squats
Set 1: [2x] Do Heel Raises for 30 seconds + hold for 10 seconds. Rest 20 seconds.
Set 2: [2x] Do Standing Leg Curls for 30 seconds + hold for 10 seconds. Switch legs and repeat. Rest 20 seconds.
Set 3: [2x] Do Non-lock Quarter Squats for 20 seconds + hold for 10 seconds. Switch legs and repeat. Rest 20 seconds.

Exercise #4:
​​• 3 sets of Standing Lunges
Set 1: [3x] Standing Lunges on left leg for 30 seconds. Rest 20 seconds.
Set 2: [3x] Standing Lunges on right leg for 30 seconds. Rest 20 seconds.
• Note: if your knees or ankles hurt or this is uncomfortable, walk in place with high steps as an alternative.

Exercise #5:
​​• 3 sets of Mountain Climbers
Set 1: Medium-pace Mountain Climbers for 30 seconds + 10 fast Mountain Climbers all-out. Rest 20 seconds.
Set 2: Medium-pace Mountain Climbers for 20 seconds + 10 fast Mountain Climbers all-out. Rest 20 seconds.
Set 3: Medium-pace Mountain Climbers for 10 seconds + 10 fast Mountain Climbers all-out. Rest 20 seconds.
• Note: If your knees or ankles hurt or this is uncomfortable, walk in place quickly as an alternative.

Exercise #6:
​​• 3 sets of Non-rope Jumping Jacks
Set 1: Jump lightly for 30 seconds - up and down. Rest 20 seconds.
Set 2: Jump lightly for 30 seconds - left and right. Rest 20 seconds.
Set 3: Jump lightly for 30 seconds - forwards and backwards. Rest 20 seconds.
​​• Note: if your knees or ankles hurt or this is uncomfortable, stretch your quadriceps, hamstrings and calves as an alternative.

Exercise #7:
• 3 sets of Burpees
Set 1: Medium-pace Burpees for 20 seconds + 10 fast Burpees all-out. Rest 20 seconds.
Set 2: Medium-pace Burpees for 15 seconds + 5 fast Burpees all-out. Rest 20 seconds.
Set 3: Medium-pace Burpees for 10 seconds + 1 fast Burpee all-out. Rest 20 seconds.

Exercise #8:
​​• 2 sets of All-out Mountain Climbers
Set 1: Fast-pace Mountain Climbers for 20 seconds. Rest 20 seconds.
Set 2: Fast-pace Mountain Climbers for 20 seconds. Rest 20 seconds.
• Note: If your knees or ankles hurt or this is uncomfortable, walk in place quickly as an alternative.

Extra Exercise #9:
• Go outside and walk quickly for 10 minutes. Then cool-down with 2 KAATSU Cycles.

Extra Exercise #10:
• More Burpees.
• More Mountain Climbers.



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Dr. Cory On KAATSU Cycle 2.0 Exercises

For who? Work-at-home employees, student-athletes, competitive athletes
For what? Functional movement, strength, flexibility, mobility, KAATSU At Home, recovery







Cory Keirn DPT, a Doctor of Physical Therapy in Florida, demonstrates various exercises using the KAATSU Cycle 2.0.

Dr. Cory is a former Strength & Conditioning Coach with the WWE (World Wrestling Entertainment) and the Philadelphia Phillies. He did his residency in orthopaedics with a focus on complex orthopaedic cases and advanced physical therapy integration for tactical athletes and is now focused on doing KAATSU the original BFR.

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KAATSU At Home Workouts - Zooming In On Strength On April 6th

For who? Work-at-home employees, student-athletes, competitive athletes
For what? Functional movement, strength, flexibility, mobility, KAATSU At Home, recovery





Retired Navy SEAL captain John Doolittle led 2 strength-focused KAATSU At Home workouts on Monday, April 6th.

The first workout was geared for aging Baby Boomers (i.e., those over 50 years old) and the second workout was geared for younger competitive athletes on the Zoom platform (see above).

​​• Mondays: KAATSU At Home Zoom Workouts - Focus on Strength
​​• Tuesdays: KAATSU At Home Zoom Workouts - Focus on Speed
​​• Wednesdays: KAATSU At Home Zoom Workouts - Focus on Stamina
​​• Thursdays: KAATSU At Home Zoom Workouts - Focus on Flexibility
​​• Friday: KAATSU At Home Zoom Workouts - Focus on Core Strength & Balance

KAATSU At Home Monday Workout - Focus on Strength

​​Warm-up:
​​• Stretch and drink an entire water bottle before the workout begins
​​• Put on KAATSU Arm Bands snugly. Be able to put one finger between your arms and the bands but not two fingers between your arms and the bands (this would be too loose).

​Exercise #1:
​​​​• 3 sets of Hand Clenches working on the forearms.
​​Set 1: 30 slow Hand Clenches; open and close hand while squeezing your closed fist hard. Then 5 fast Hand Clenches. Rest 20 seconds.
Set 2: 15 slow Hand Clenches; open and close hand while squeezing your closed fist hard. Then 5 fast Hand Clenches. Rest 20 seconds.
Set 3: 10 slow Hand Clenches open and close hand while squeezing your closed fist hard. Then 5 fast Hand Clenches. Rest 20 seconds.​​

Exercise #2:
​​​• 3 sets of Biceps Curls working on the upper arm.
Set 1: Slow Biceps Curls while contracting biceps - both in the positive (up) and negative (down) direction for 30 seconds. Rest 20 seconds.
Set 2: Slow Biceps Curls while contracting biceps - both in the positive (up) and negative (down) direction for 20 seconds. Rest 20 seconds.
Set 3: Slow Biceps Curls while contracting the biceps - both in the positive (up) and negative (down) direction for 10 seconds. Rest 20 seconds.​​

Exercise #3:
​​​​• 3 sets of Triceps Extensions (or Triceps Dips) working on the upper arm.
Set 1: Slow Triceps Extensions while contracting the triceps - both in the positive (up) and negative (down) direction for 30 seconds. Rest 20 seconds.
Set 2: Slow Triceps Extensions while contracting the triceps - both in the positive (up) and negative (down) direction for 20 seconds. Rest 20 seconds.
Set 3: Slow Triceps Extensions while contracting the triceps - both in the positive (up) and negative (down) direction for 10 seconds. Rest 20 seconds.
Note: Alternative is Triceps Dips with hands on a chair or sofa.

​​ Exercise #4:
​​​• 3 sets of push-ups working on the chest.
Set 1: Slow push-ups (3-second count going down and 3-second count going up) for 20 seconds. Rest 20 seconds.
Set 2: Slow push-ups (3-second count going down and 3-second count going up) for 10 seconds. Rest 20 seconds.
Set 3: Slow push-ups (3-second count going down and 3-second count going up) for 5 seconds. Rest 20 seconds.

​​ Exercise #5:
​​​​• 3 sets of push-ups working on the chest.
Set 1: Fast push-ups for 15 seconds. Rest 20 seconds.
Set 2: Fast push-ups for 10 seconds. Rest 20 seconds.
Set 3: Fast push-ups for 5 seconds. Rest 20 seconds.

Exercise #6:
​​​​• Take off KAATSU Arm Bands and hydrate during 3-minute rest.
​​• Then, put on KAATSU Leg Bands snugly. Be able to put one finger between your legs and the bands, but not two fingers between your legs and the bands (this would be too loose).

​​ Exercise #7:
​​​• 3 sets of Heel Raises working on the calves.
Set 1: Do Heel Raises for 20 seconds. Rest 20 seconds.
Set 2: Do Heel Raises for 15 seconds. Rest 20 seconds.
Set 3: Do Heel Raises for 5 seconds. Rest 20 seconds.

Exercise #8:
​​​• 3 sets of Standing Leg Curls. Stand on one leg and bring the other leg up to your butt. Balance by yourself - do not hold onto chair, table or wall.
Set 1: Do Standing Leg Curls for 20 seconds on one leg. Then switch legs. Rest 20 seconds.
Set 2: Do Standing Leg Curls for 15 seconds on one leg. Then switch legs. Rest 20 seconds.
Set 3: Do Standing Leg Curls for 5 seconds on one leg. Then switch legs. Rest 20 seconds.​​

Exercise #9:
​​​• 5-8 sets of Non-lock Quarter Squats, non-stop for 30 seconds. Then hold a Quarter Squat position for 10 seconds. Rest 20 seconds between each set.
​​Note 1: 30 seconds of squats + 10 seconds holding a Quarter Squat position + 20 seconds rest for 5-8 rounds.
​​Note 2: This is the key exercise of this workout where you can build up the maximum amount of lactate and Growth Hormone, VEGF (vascular endothelial growth factor) and nitric oxide.
​​Note 2: Do not lock your knees or stop during any part of this exercise; keep constant movement.
​​Note 3: Leg exercise generate higher levels of lactate that leads to higher hormonal and metabolite production.

​ Exercise #10:
​​​• Remove KAATSU Leg Bands and hydrate. Rest for up to 5 minutes.

​​ Extra Exercise #11:
​​​• Re-apply the KAATSU Leg Bands and do 3 sets of Burpees.
Set 1: Do Burpees for 20 seconds. Rest 20 seconds.
Set 2: Do Burpees for 15 seconds. Rest 20 seconds.
Set 3: Do Burpees for 5 seconds. Rest 20 seconds.

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KAATSU At Home Workouts - Zooming In On Core Strength & Balance

For who? Work-at-home employees, student-athletes, competitive athletes
For what? Functional movement, balance, flexibility, mobility, KAATSU At Home



Retired Navy SEAL captain John Doolittle and his wife Katie lead KAATSU At Home core stability workouts on each Friday. The first KAATSU At Home workout was attended by KAATSU users from Tokyo, Japan to Budapest, Hungary. The program is co-hosted by Steven Munatones and is based on the use of the KAATSU Cycle 2.0.



























KAATSU Friday Workouts - Focus on Core Strength & Balance

Warm-up:
​​​• Stretch and drink an entire water bottle before the workout begins.
​​​• Put on KAATSU Leg Bands snugly. Be able to put one finger between your legs and the bands, but not two fingers between your legs and the bands (this would be too loose).

Exercise #1:
​​​• KAATSU Book Walking
Walk slowly with a book on your head for 5 minutes. If the book falls, pick it up, put it back on the top of your head and continue.

Exercise #2:
​​​• KAATSU Balancing
Set 1: Stand and balance on one leg for 60 seconds. Rest for 20 seconds (if necessary). If rest is not necessary, continue for 3 total minutes.
Set 2: Switch and balance on the other leg for 60 seconds. Rest for 20 seconds (if necessary). If rest is not necessary, continue for 3 total minutes.
Set 3: Stand and balance on one leg for 60 seconds while holding 2 full water bottles in both hands. Move bottles asymmetrically (up and down, left and right, laterally and diagonally) trying to introduce force imbalance. Rest for 20 seconds (if necessary). If rest is not necessary, continue for 3 total minutes.
Set 4: Stand and balance on one leg for 60 seconds while holding 2 light kettlebells upright in both hands. Rest for 20 seconds (if necessary). If rest is not necessary, continue for 3 total minutes.

Exercise #3:
​​​• 3 sets of Planks
Set 1: Do Planks for 30 seconds, then rest for 20 seconds.
Set 2: Do Planks for 20 seconds, then rest for 20 seconds.
Set 3: Do Planks for 10 seconds, then rest for 20 seconds.

Exercise #4:
​​​• 3 sets of Side Raises
Set 1: Lie on side and raise one leg for 30 times, then rest for 20 seconds. Repeat 3 times.
Set 2: Lie on other side and raise other leg for 30 times, then rest for 20 seconds. Repeat 3 times.

Exercise #5:
​​​• Back Relaxation
Set 1: Slightly elevate front of foot (e.g., on Step Board). Bend forward and lightly stretch hamstrings and back, trying to touch your toes for 20-30 seconds. Repeat 3 times.

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Dr. Cory On KAATSU, The Future of Exercise

For who? Work-at-home employees, retirees, competitive athletes
For what? Functional movement, strength, flexibility, mobility, balance, KAATSU At Home



Cory Keirn DPT discusses KAATSU the original BFR and its impact on the future of exercise with the KAATSU Cycle 2.0.

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Dr. Cory On How KAATSU Works

For who? Work-at-home employees, retirees, competitive athletes
For what? Functional movement, strength, flexibility, mobility, KAATSU At Home

Cory Keirn DPT introduces KAATSU the original BFR and explains how it works with the KAATSU Cycle 2.0. As he says, "The explanation will start to get a bit nerdy."

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Dr. Cory On Jumping Rope With KAATSU - Arms

For who? Competitive athletes, work-at-home parents
For what? Rehabilitation, functional movement, strength, flexibility, mobility, KAATSU At Home



Cory Keirn DPT explains and showcases how the KAATSU Cycle 2.0 and the KAATSU Air Bands can be used for aerobic purposes.

"I don't have a jumping rope, but I got my KAATSU..."
"All that I am really doing is just pumping my calves..."
"...shift, shift...swivel, swivel, tap, tap...getting a little lateral movement in there...I got my arms pumping...stick with me..."

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KAATSU At Home - Zoom Meeting On April 1st

For who? Retirees, competitive athletes, work-at-home parents
For what? Rehabilitation, functional movement, strength, flexibility, mobility, KAATSU At Home































Retired Navy SEAL Captain John Doolittle and Steven Munatones will co-host the inaugural KAATSU At Home - Zoom Meeting on Wednesday, April 1st at 10 am California time, 1:00 pm New York time, 6:00 pm GMT, and 2:00 am (Thursday) Tokyo time. It is a one-hour online meeting on the Zoom platform.

Doolittle and Munatones will briefly introduce the following topics during the first 30 minutes:

1. New products: KAATSU Master 2.0 and KAATSU Cycle 2.0
2. How and when to use the KAATSU Master 2.0 and KAATSU Cycle 2.0
3. Uses for KAATSU by aging Baby Boomers during the coronavirus pandemic and lockdowns, quarantines and shelter-in-place ordinances
4. Uses for KAATSU by competitive athletes during these trying times
5. Uses for KAATSU by working adults while at home

Doolittle and Munatones will answer questions and address any issues over the last 30 minutes. Participants can ask questions live to the co-hosts on the Zoom remote conferencing platform. If you do not have an opportunity to listen in live, the program will be recorded and archived for your listening pleasure.

Participants can also ask question live to the guests on the Zoom remote conferencing platform.

To login and listen to the KAATSU At Home - Zoom Meeting, join here (https://us04web.zoom.us/j/2827965029). Meeting ID: 282-796-5029 or dial +1-646-558-8656 (New York). To find your local number, visit https://us04web.zoom.us/u/fbYxwZ8Lmh.

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Dr. Cory on KAATSU Aqua Arms in Deep Water

For who? Injured student-athletes, swimmers, triathletes, work-at-home parents
For what? Rehabilitation, recovery, strength, mobility, KAATSU Aqua



Cory Keirn DPT demonstrates different KAATSU Aqua arms exercises in a home pool.

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Dr. Cory On KAATSU Aqua Arms

For who? Injured athletes, competitive athletes, swimmers
For what? Rehabilitation, recovery, strength, flexibility, mobility, KAATSU Aqua



Cory Keirn DPT demonstrates various kinds of upper body and core exercises with KAATSU Air Bands inflated by the KAATSU Cycle 2.0.

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Dr. Cory on KAATSU Aqua Legs in Deep Water

For who? Student-athletes, swimmers, triathletes, work-at-home parents
For what? Rehabilitation, recovery, strength, mobility, KAATSU Aqua



Cory Keirn DPT demonstrates using the KAATSU Cycle 2.0 and the KAATSU Aqua Bands for an at-home workout.

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Dr. Cory on KAATSU Aqua with a Noodle

For who? Injured athletes, swimmers, triathletes
For what? Rehabilitation, recovery, strength, mobility, KAATSU Aqua



Cory Keirn DPT demonstrates how to use inflated KAATSU Air Bands with a Noodle in a swimming pool as a form of innovative aqua therapy.

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