I started out with just a 'papa bear' sandbag and while I did make progress it was pretty slow. Once I introduced the 'mama bear' and was able to get in a lot of volume/practice my progress was much better, and I was able to throw that papa bear sandbag onto my shoulder! 🐻❄ 🐻
@jj.gallagher2 ай бұрын
I have a brute force style bag that is 140lbs and purchased a 260 lb Cerberus. Would you call 140 Mama Bear or should I get a 3rd bag. I'm 265 bodyweight and I can get the 260 bag about 12 inches off the floor. Haven't been able to lap it yet. Seeing some progress but curious if I could progress faster with maybe a 200lb bag
@jj.gallagher2 ай бұрын
@thestonecircle love your videos by the way!
@thestonecircle2 ай бұрын
@jj.gallagher hey I'm glad!! I think if you're able to move that 265, you could probably get a lot of quality work in with a 200. That 140 bag can still be useful, I'd just start working towards more difficult exercises with it like single leg variations, getups etc
@CAHOP2401 Жыл бұрын
I started off with a 150lbs. sandbag and thought it was incredibly heavy. This was about a year ago. Now I work with a 275lbs. sandbag for bag over bar drills and really enjoy them for all kinds of work outs. Highly recommend
@aster5193 Жыл бұрын
One tip that I've foundveryuseful is to fill the fillable sandbag with multiple smaller filler bags. Here in italy sand is sold in 50lbs bags, I usually divide them in two filler bags, so I can change the weight in steps of 25lbs without making big messes. My bag can hold up to 150lbs (my BW, btw. It's from RAIDEN Sports if anyone is interested) but I can modify it from a 50lbs one up to a 150lbs in steps of 25lbs, and it's super useful if you don't have the space for multiple sandbags.
@jerryfrazier Жыл бұрын
I weigh around 200. I started with 50lb back pack. I also just started the E.D.C. program. 50 lbs was too light. I bought a proper sandbag and filled it to about 85 lbs and that’s pretty good for now. Next month I may fill it up to 100 lbs since I can do the 85 pretty good with no trouble. I’m just taking it slow. But, I can see getting up to bodyweight pretty quickly. But, my god, my hands and fingers are sore, my traps too. I’ve never felt the kind of soreness I feel from this program. And, I don’t mind buying a couple more sandbags because this is just good solid training. It’s more primal and real. That’s what I like about it.
@gcj4083 ай бұрын
What type of bags did you use?
@JoeyJungleGym Жыл бұрын
Bought a 200# bag last year starting out not knowing much about it. Felt stupid and struggled to move it across floor to get it out the way. Now doing 60ft carries and throwing it over the bar. Learning curve is exhausting but worth it.
@porqpine53 Жыл бұрын
Watching you absolutely body those bags is always such a humbling reminder of how much strength is left to be had
@anthonini66Ай бұрын
Started with one just over body weight. Does 90% of what I need.
@goforbroke2 Жыл бұрын
Also you can get a larger bag like say a 200lb bag, but you can fill it with a mix of playground rubber mulch and pebble rocks to weigh 150lbs instead of 200lbs. I prefer the pebble rocks over sand, especially when your bag gets wet. Like the day you take your 100lb sandbag for a mile walk and it starts pouring….
@raymondjurado9203 Жыл бұрын
Sandbags are my favorite conditioning thing ever.
@davidburnham5098 Жыл бұрын
BA I’m not the strongest but I tell you what I love the sandbag vids #1 thing they do for me is change it up which is huge thanks.
@jaredyoung5353 Жыл бұрын
I love how it goes to black and white
@unknownstrongman Жыл бұрын
I started using a sandbag over a year ago based on one of your videos man! Awesome video man
@undrachevr Жыл бұрын
I'm struggling to get the 150# Sandbag @240lbs. Sandbags definitely humble you real quick.
@trialsandtribulations7181 Жыл бұрын
Just because they are called sandbags doesn't mean you have to fill them with sand. Most garden centers and home improvement stores sell rubber mulch. Using a combination of sand and rubber mulch you can customize the weight to your needs while maintaining a nice tightly packed bag. You could but one "papa bear" bag and exchange rubber for sand as you get stronger. Or if using something like Rogue's Strongman Sandbags you can start with the 150lb bag instead of wasting money on the smaller useless 25-100lbs bags.
@FolksingerFitnessАй бұрын
Good overview. I found that with sandbags or stones, around half of my deadlift is a good place to start.
@kevinorr6880 Жыл бұрын
Been waiting for this…no rush, but good timing. Good job.
@smith.jacob701 Жыл бұрын
I can carry a 300lbs sandbag pretty easy (as heavy as mine gets) but have only ever deadlifted 455. Manual labor for the win
@csommer4492 Жыл бұрын
Great info, I'm very interested in your sandbag program. Love sandbags, they just dampen your input in a way that saps strength but isn't overly fatigue inducing.
@druidman2000 Жыл бұрын
This is great! At 300lbs I'm working (read struggling) with a 220 right now but look forward to working up to body weight! Thanks for the useful content as always.
@MrModguru11 ай бұрын
How is your progress these days? I’m thinking of getting a 200lb from local second hand seller. I’m 242 body weight.
@allcleanenterpise Жыл бұрын
I already swoop a new belt and how its sand bag time. One of my favorite KZfaq channels!!
@danielingiosi2467 Жыл бұрын
Made the mistake of starting with body weight bag…. Barely able to use at first. Getting back to it this year
@edschobs5204 Жыл бұрын
Bought the EDC a few months ago, now time to buy a sandbag so I can do the program!
@MrBrockli Жыл бұрын
Thanx man!! My Cerberus bags are on their way!! Ordered at 8 am and they shipped at 815 so I tip my hat to them as well!! I’ll stop back after I get into the EDC program! Pumpt about it!!
@thamontgomeryz Жыл бұрын
My sandbags have so much duct tape keeping them together. Will be ordering the Cerberus GP Bag and their heavy duty v2.
@pelopida68 Жыл бұрын
Thank you Brian, I’m just starting day 4 of week 2 of your 4horse program and it’s amazing! Looking forward to add a sandbag session as soon as you publish your new program, I feel its really good for may back💪
@DarrenRashJrАй бұрын
Wish I saw this before I bought lol. Just had 2 Cerberus bags delivered today (the 260 and the 300ish). Filled up the 260 outside and carried it into the gym at 205bw. Definitely going to order the adjustable for warm ups, the 260 sure wasn't light. I don't have the sand for the papa bear one yet but I think it's achievable soon.
@macewindont9922 Жыл бұрын
I'm 230 pounds. I made a 50, 100, and 150 pound sandbags and the 150 is pretty challenging! I have to rest after throwing it over my shoulder once. I guess I'll try to get better at it and make a bigger one after that.
@eto_chelovek Жыл бұрын
How did you make them? Which style?
@renolok47 Жыл бұрын
We use woodsnipper, because they are high volume low weigth, to fill up the emty space afther hitting the weigth. Hope it helps someone
@marshall6352 Жыл бұрын
I purchased your minimalist program this week and am on w1 d3, and I feel sore in a really good way hahah cheers Brian. Also can't wait for the sandbag add on program to drop, I'm buying it and will be implementing it into the minimalist program every other day. ⛱️🛍🏋
@carsons5750 Жыл бұрын
My wallet is open and waiting for the 60 sandbag workout book to drop 👍
@oneeyeman6118 Жыл бұрын
Same bro.
@Angel_Ripoff Жыл бұрын
When the weather warms up again, I really need to get back to sandbag training. I have an army duffel bag with a bunch of 10 lb bags of sand I can adjust the weight. I just need to actually pick it up! 😂
@lukehailey4833 Жыл бұрын
Thank you for this video. I don't think I could of found a better one as I look to incorporate sandbags.
@dimensionalshade8290 Жыл бұрын
Just on time as i was considering buying one!
@Schmuddel Жыл бұрын
Commercial sandbags are expensive, but you get a lot more bang for your buck (like you said, lifting your bodyweight on a barbell is one thing but that same weight in sand is another) and they're still way cheaper than standard iron weights. Sandbag training is more athletic in general.
@maboechler Жыл бұрын
looking forward to using my bodyweight sandbag, right now it's still at the impossible stage. The mama bear bag is getting easier each session though
@WarriorDudePerson Жыл бұрын
Man I didn’t know what my home gym needed next, but now I need 3 bags.
@Fleshfeast Жыл бұрын
When I started the Every Day Carry program I was able to pick up a 150lb sandbag, but not do much other than that. 6 weeks in I feel almost ready to use it as my papa bear. Last week I was doing 3 sandbags to a 52" box every min for 10 minutes, and the 100lb bag was still moving fast enough at the end that I probably could have done the 150 instead. (I'm lucky that my commercial gym has 100lb and 150lb sandbags, when I get there I'll try to convince them to get a 200lb as well.) My deadlift 1RM is 485, and I've been lifting for 4-5 years. If I got back down around 15% body fat I'd weigh around 210. I was very sedentary most of my life, so no manual labor strength here.
@cookieinthewoods Жыл бұрын
Put me down for the new program Brian. Thanks again for the great content 👍
@karatemikepatolino Жыл бұрын
Awesome Info! Tell me about that bracelet pls
@2tx2154 ай бұрын
Probably too late for a response but would you say lifting feed bags is similar to lifting and training with sandbags
@stevelee3144 Жыл бұрын
Get an iron mind bag you can vary the weight.
@kozmo7 Жыл бұрын
Thank you! This helps me out a lot
@kaibahseto Жыл бұрын
Love to train with sandbags but I don't own a home and my gym is commercial so I'm out of luck for now
@jaymobiggety9903 Жыл бұрын
I love it. Thank you.
@chrisc7764 Жыл бұрын
For those that may not want Cerberus for whatever reason, the Titan bags are surprisingly good. My 300lb bag has proven very durable
@freedomrings1420 Жыл бұрын
I searched to see if you have a video using the 300 pound sand bag but couldn't find it. Where would I find you demonstrating the 300 pound sand bag ????
@chrisc7764 Жыл бұрын
@@freedomrings1420 I tried posting a link to my instagram but I think youtube took it down. The only video I have uploaded is April 2022 on @chrisxcrofts
@freedomrings1420 Жыл бұрын
@@chrisc7764 I don't do anything other than KZfaq.
@bryanchrist8876 Жыл бұрын
Coming from an EMS background. I thought the "floppy" bag could /would also possibly represent an unresponsive, dead-weight, type person? Or even just an unstable type lift? Thoughts.
@anonperson3972 Жыл бұрын
Last time I was this early I got dumped
@drip369 Жыл бұрын
I mean I zercher deadlift 2xBW and that still doesn't compare
@Wayf4rer Жыл бұрын
I made a 135 lb sandbag and that was even a bit heavy to start. It takes time to get into the rhythm and if I had to redo it I would probably make a 100 lb one just for practice.
@wadsworth23518 ай бұрын
Extremely helpful video Brian. Just a quick query here, with a little background on me first: if you don' remember me, i did contact you a few years back asking about the dip belt. However, i've followed your advice ever since: got myself a rack, a barbell and some weights and have been training to gain a decent amount of strength (i should mention that i have an injured low back). Now i feel like i am ready to take the next step and get into strongman training, however mild strongman training that is! I feel like i'd have more success in strength gains as i am currently with barbells - to be brutally honest, it just takes a lot more technique to perform barbell snatches and clean and jerks and i have no weightlifting background; sandbags and log presses on the other hand seem to be more readily attainable - not saying they themselves don't require the proper form, but you get my point. Question is: would this be the right choice for me to make? I am not really strong even though i've been training to the best of my capabilities - i still cannot either squat or bench my own bodyweight and i can only perform 6 or lower reps of weighted pull ups with a mere 14kg worth of added weight - really i am stuck at beginner's level here. But i need to take several breaks off of training because of my weak back muscles which get overly tight and sore and they need special medical attention to heal. Still though i am determined to give logs and sandbags a shot. What shall i do? Thanks ;-)
@andyharrison2424 Жыл бұрын
Great video, when’s the sandbag program coming out?
@andyharrison2424 Жыл бұрын
I should have waited until the end!
@boom-bm1kl Жыл бұрын
Yes
@iamnotjcook Жыл бұрын
I literally was looking sandbags up today...
@ak-zw8jv Жыл бұрын
I got the loadable cerebrus and only loaded it to 100lbs. Damn it's pretty annoying how floppy it is. The tie on it is way too high and doesn't stay tight. Going to keep it for my papa bear sandbag and just get a set 100 lb one. I honestly don't think I'd recommend the fillable ones. Just spend a little more and get separate bags. Plus it's not like you can add or subtract the weight on the spot so if you want multiple options just get multiple bags.
@drip369 Жыл бұрын
I was wondering when this video would drop
@Jimunu Жыл бұрын
Me too. I wouldn't have guessed like the next day after I watched the video though
@drip369 Жыл бұрын
@@Jimunu maybe it's because it was snowing this morning in Pennsylvania and he didn't want to wait until the weekend when he had all this free time hahaha
@BrianAlsruheOfficial Жыл бұрын
Yeah, since I have the Sandbag add-on program coming out, I am trying to get a lot of the inevitable questions answered with videos before I release it. There’s actually going to be an entire sandbag Director. He released at the same time the book is released
@jonm2631 Жыл бұрын
Hi Brian! I was wondering if you still train BJJ? I know you have the minimalist program, but I was wondering your thoughts on programming for say 2 or 3 lifting sessions per week when training BJJ is a priority?
@Asymmetrical.athlete_ Жыл бұрын
What I found out to be the weirdest thing, for me a 250 sandbag is harder to load than a 300lb stone…idk if it’s the dimensions or what 🤷♂️
@CAHOP2401 Жыл бұрын
It could just be the length of the bag. I find that with a 275lbs bag that’s laying on its side, I need a wide stance and the bag between my feet otherwise it’ll get stuck at my knees. However with a 20 inch wide stone of the same weight, it’s much easier to pick and lap
@Asymmetrical.athlete_ Жыл бұрын
@@CAHOP2401 I agree
@LivinginDurangoColorado9 ай бұрын
Thank you!! Do you Kobe any companies that have tillable sandbags that are smaller? I’m looking for my wife that is more comfortable with around 50-70lbs for a sandbag right now..
@rauliuxaaАй бұрын
If i can get 90kg stone to shoulder, should i get 100 or 80kg sandbag?
@Dehura Жыл бұрын
I only have mistress bear bag. Little lighter than mama bear and heavier than baby bear. 👍💪😅
@aaroncjeter20112 ай бұрын
How much would the baby bear sandbag weigh?
@deke61sg Жыл бұрын
What media do you use for your bags? Beach sand, dead sand, etc.?
@roccojohnson4600 Жыл бұрын
Mine definitely don't last forever. I'm on my 3rd 200 lbs bag. Eventually the bottom stitching will rip open on this one after I drop it too.
@rampagesmackssons508 Жыл бұрын
What brand?
@Thefringefitnessproject8 ай бұрын
I felt the same way, fuck I’ll just make them I’m not buying a bag for sand!?!? Just use the money you save to buy a new dust pan and broom lol! Just buy the purpose built set weight bags people they are great
@stevenrobare6668 Жыл бұрын
I've had Cerberus bags for a few years now, awesome quality and company that is very responsive if you have any questions
@jacktaylor9337 Жыл бұрын
So with option 1 would you get a fillable bag that can take you up to bodyweight or below bodyweight?
@tbone62033 ай бұрын
I got a rouge 100# disc bag i packed it with pea gravel just short of complete fill tha shofting space will smoke ur ass cause of little shift---
@benjamingroeneweg40975 ай бұрын
Can you throw and dump the fillable sandbag, because of the top knot?
@wadsworth23514 ай бұрын
These are expensive as you mentioned Brian. If one were to make a diy sandbag (no duffle bags available though) what shall i pick from the building supplies store?
@BrianAlsruheOfficial4 ай бұрын
Check out my how to make a sandbag video and it will fill you in on everything you need
@wadsworth23514 ай бұрын
@@BrianAlsruheOfficial Thank you Brian, so very much.
@matthewhawke890210 ай бұрын
How easy is it to taper these bags? Meaning if you get the 300lb version and only put 200 in it initially, can you cinch it down easily to keep it tight?
@BrianAlsruheOfficial10 ай бұрын
They’re two different kinds of bags. One you can do exactly what you are saying, but you can’t do that with the ones that are a set weight.
@The10thManRules5 ай бұрын
My first experience with moving a serious sandbag was at the Tactical Games in Pennsylvania. I was in Master's division, which is age 45+. There was a battle (stage) where we had move a 150# (3x50# in a larger sack) bag 25 yards, engage rifle and pistol targets safely and accurately, then move the sandbag back to the start point to retrieve more rifle/pistol mags, then move the bag back to the firing line, shoot, then move the bag back to the start point for another set of mags. That battle alone set the pace for embracing the suck in ways I hadn't experienced since my military career. I was humbled. That was the first of 3 battles on day 1. Day 2 also had 3 battles. Each battle varied in difficulty of implements (farmer carry, overhead carry, sled drags (forward/ backwards), burpees, husafell stone, 2-3 miles runs in full battle kit, etc) movements and weapon requirements. This was the kick in the balls that I needed to get into "total fitness". I have since incorporated sandbags, among other critical things, into my training. What's the point of all this? Who's REALLY prepared to move your kit (body armor/carrier, weapons, mags, radio, food, med kit, etc), your go bag(s), while keeping your family motivated while maintaining situational awareness and weapons safety and accuracy. Fitness is survival.
@BrianAlsruheOfficial5 ай бұрын
Sandbags change the game
@ov020027 ай бұрын
Do you know how to close the fillable sandbag w the top knot? I bought one from Cerberus but still kinda confused lol
@BrianAlsruheOfficial7 ай бұрын
I cover it in my other sandbag videos
@samueltwinn3575 Жыл бұрын
Do you think sandbags put less stress on the spine than barbells compared relatively to intensity, I can deadlift 500 pounds but a 270 pound sandbag feels just as heavy. Just wondering if I should use sandbags exclusively as I am dealing with a herniated disc, and when I can train again I’m thinking of using sandbags
@georglehner407 Жыл бұрын
Honestly, I think the opposite. When you pick up a sandbag you're doing a super deficit deadlift, plus you're somewhat forced to round the back a bit. It's something you get used to, but I'd say be careful with sandbag training if you had previous lower back issues. I would stick to barbells and kettlebells for a while first. Make sure your form is spot on and that you don't have any lower back pain for a few weeks before you try out sandbags.
@BrianAlsruheOfficial Жыл бұрын
As long as you breathe and brace correctly, it is not more dangerous at all during the pic. And then you are safer than in a standard dead lift. Once you are hugging it to your body, because it acts as a large belt
@BrianAlsruheOfficial Жыл бұрын
As long as you breathe and brace correctly, you will be safe. But definitely refresh yourself on my videos about it to make sure that you are getting a full 360° fill of air.
@duncanmiddleton9515 Жыл бұрын
Will the discount code work for the UK?
@LukeDon7495 Жыл бұрын
“Warrior” 10% off Uk
@CK-iy3hx Жыл бұрын
No 1 advice for sandbag training: cut your fingernails! Otherwise you will learn a lot about fingertip pain 😉
@LaserBeamsAndArtillery Жыл бұрын
Just don’t pick a light 100 lbs or he will bring up that his wife lifts more. 🤷🏻♂️
@BrianAlsruheOfficial Жыл бұрын
For those of you uninitiated…my 100lb wife can pick and carry a 200lb bag for 50ft. It is time to step up the game
@LaserBeamsAndArtillery Жыл бұрын
@@BrianAlsruheOfficial but for those of you who have never lifted, it’s okay to start where you can, instead of comparing yourself to his wife who’s lifted for years 👍🏼
@jdh9606 Жыл бұрын
@@BrianAlsruheOfficial that's ant strength. Can she toss it over her shoulder too? If not what's the heaviest she can do that movement?
@BrianAlsruheOfficial Жыл бұрын
Man, if that hurt your feelings, I’m sorry man. I just see tons of people choose lighter weights because they are “comfortable” but in order to make real progress, the sandbags need to be weights and are a stretch for the individual
@jdh9606 Жыл бұрын
@@BrianAlsruheOfficial no hurt feelings! I mean to say that ants are powerful! Anyways, how much can she toss over her shoulder? Hoping to set a mile marker for myself.
@schwarzerTeufel885 ай бұрын
What is that intro my man? Chill tf out
@gerardmartin47183 ай бұрын
Freak
@BIG_ASS_MOOSE Жыл бұрын
Can you do a video on the Prowler weighted sled? I did it for the first two times this week... FML!. Tuesday and Friday. I'm an extremely obese formerly depressed Army veteran in my mid thirties. I can't run but find the prowler gave me the same sensation as sprinting hard. Definitely really great cardio.
@BrianAlsruheOfficial Жыл бұрын
I already made that video, my friend, just search for sleds, and it should pop up
@BIG_ASS_MOOSE Жыл бұрын
@@BrianAlsruheOfficial thank you!
@BIG_ASS_MOOSE Жыл бұрын
@@BrianAlsruheOfficial that video is really informative. Thank you
@user-nw8be4dl3o Жыл бұрын
All the "light"weights are out of stock for months now . What a shame