Wherever you are in your current level of training or fitness, using the fundamentals of the RKC Hardstyle Kettlebell lifting system, I can guide you to a new level of strength and conditioning both efficiently and safely. My clients come from all walks of life, from high school students to senior citizens and all are attaining levels of fitness that they didn't believe possible when they started. Depending on both your immediate needs and long term goals I will design a custom program for you tailored towards these. For more information regarding personal or group training, contact Franklin at herma48852@gmail.com
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Franklin B Herman
Average Rating: 10.0 in 12 reviews
Good Instructor
Rated 10 out of 10
I have known Franklin for the past year and half as my office colleague. I have always observed him to be a passionate professional who gives it all if he finds reason in his cause.
With Kettlebell training, I see him to be driven and purposeful in his work regime and this has given me an oppurtunity to get into Kettlebell training.
I have lost close to 15 pounds in the last 2 months and I feel stronger and fitter than I have ever felt before.
I find it particularly useful that he approaches kettlebell training with emphasis on correct form and body movements and not limit it just a fitness package. This gives me complete confidence in my approach to training and it has benifitted me immensely.
His philosophy to training and fitness is a inspiration to me and has gotten me to be more fitness-conscious.
Raidu - Boston
Keen Eye and Friendly Able Demonstrator
Rated 10 out of 10
I first trained with Franklin about a year ago. I'd never worked with weights before, but seeing how Franklin used his kettlebells for a workout instantly sold me. He watched my form very closely and was able to spot and help me correct even minor mistakes. In the past year, generally working out every other day, I've only had one minor tweak (hardly an injury) that had me off swings and presses for a week. Not paying attention to my form like Franklin taught me. My 11-year old daughter also works out with me about half the time. If she gets sloppy, all I have to do is say "Franklin would not approve of your form" and she'll straighten it up. She really works to make sure she won't be embarrased when he reviews her workout. She's never been injured working out, smarter than me perhaps.
Dan Schmitz - Acton, MA
Love that pain!
Rated 10 out of 10
Franklin is an excellent instructor.
He is VERY enthusiastic and energizing in working with you and Kettlebells! He is very detail oriented, takes you through each step and as you are doing sets of various routines he constantly critiques your form help immensely to improve your ability and technique (very helpful and persistent instructions as I can even hear him in my head giving me instruction when I am doing my workouts at home). He makes the workout and pain even fun!
Paul Schmitt (no relation to the guy above) - Princeton MA
A thorough education on Kettlebells
Rated 10 out of 10
A simple iron cannonball with a handle. How much could there be to it? Let Franklin tell you. He taught me more about the nuances of strength training than I thought I would ever need to know. He has spent many hours studying in the Dragondoor community and has accumulated a broad knowledge of hard-style training, mobility assessment and joint health. He has applied this knowledge to overcome enough obstacles in his own training to prove that he can walk the walk. He has demonstrated to me that there is always a way forward with training, and a new way to challenge yourself. He opened up for me a whole new world of techniques for building strength. I have yet to run out of ways to use the knowledge that he has passed on to me.
Gordon - Cambridge, MA
Awesome Strength Coach
Rated 10 out of 10
Franklin is an awesome instructor he pushes you to be a better you. My strength has gone thru the roof. I started with 16 kg and have worked my way to use the 24kg on a regular basis and the 32kg as well. I was a person that didn't like to work out, but knew the importance of it, he has allowed me to actually like working out with kettlebells.
Dr. Todd Whittemore - Stow, MA
Extremely Knowledgable Instructor
Rated 10 out of 10
As a professional massage therapist, the physical requirements of the practice are very demanding. As a result it was very important to me that I increase my core strength and conditioning especially as I continue to add new clients. Franklin produced a custom program for me that within a few months was producing positive measurable results.
Through a program mainly consisting of high volume swings, TGUs and push presses I am now in the best condition of my life with strength that I didn't believe possible when I started. And most importantly I am now able to handle a much greater workload in my practice.
Thanks Franklin!
Lucy Han - Boxborough, MA USA
Keeps you motivated
Rated 10 out of 10
Franklin is great coach. Prior to meeting with him for the first time he made sure I was comfortable in choosing him by answering all of my questions. When I met with him we discussed my expectations and goals to develop a plan. His attention to detail with instruction was impeccable. He made sure I mastered the first step to each exercise before moving on to the next step. After meeting with him he is always available via e-mail for advice and motivation. This follow up is invaluable. It allows for constant improvement in my training plan. I have has huge improvements in my flexibility and posture. I used to come home with a sore back after a long day at work but now my backaches are almost non existent. I highly recommend meeting with Franklin.
Bob San Soucie, RN - Hudson, NH
Outstanding Kettlebell Instructor!
Rated 10 out of 10
Franklin's passion and knowledge of Kettlebells were immediately evident when I first trained with him. He thoroughly evaluated my fitness level and gave me an exercise routine that he occasionally tailors to help meet my desired goals. He has shown that there is more to strength and fitness than just being strong and fit. You must always safely practice proper form and technique, exactly what he teaches. I highly recommend Franklin as a Russian Kettlebell Instructor.
Ron Erickson - Auburn, MA
Great Job!
Rated 10 out of 10
Before I met Franklin, I had never had strength training. Being a woman, I was afraid of getting big and bulky. He explained that this wouldn't happen with Kettlebells and he was right. I am now more toned and limber than I have ever been. Franklin took a lot of time explaining and demonstrating the right form and technique. He is always available to speak with me if I have any questions. He calls every now and then to see how I'm doing and to review my workouts. When he feels I'm ready, he gives me new goals to reach. Keep up the good work Franklin!
Eileen Erickson - Auburn, MA
Excellent instructor
Rated 10 out of 10
Franklin is an excellent instructor. He trains both me and my wife. He has tailored our routines to our individuals fitness goals. I'm progressing nicely under his tutelage. And my wife is doing serious resistance training, something I never thought I'd see her doing. Franklin knows when to push us, and when to back off a bit. I highly recommend him as a personal kettlebell instructor.
Carl Belack - Acton, MA
I found Franklin through my husband (the guy above!). I was skeptical about using Kettlebells because I didn't think my body could really handle this type of exercise, too strenuous for me. I met with Franklin anyway, went home, tried it, and stopped after a few weeks. It just felt like too much. This is where Franklin did his magic. He contacted me out of the blue to ask how I was doing. I told him that I stopped but was thinking about starting again because my old resistance exercises felt so boring after using Kettlebells. He honored whatever my decision would be and gently suggested that if I wanted to start back that I could consider starting very, very slowly, paying attention to my own pace. I knew I had his support and that he was ok with however I wanted to proceed. It was all I needed to hear. I haven't looked back since. I reached the goals he set for me earlier than I ever expected, increased the weight of the kettlebells since then, and find that I love (not a word I've ever used for exercise, though I'm a big Yoga fan) my routine. I've never had a trainer before and Franklin is without a doubt the key to my success. He has helped me to build my confidence and to test and shatter my boundaries.
Ina Jubert - Acton, MA
Enthusiastic Instructor
Rated 10 out of 10
I train with Franklin a few times a week at a local Olympic lifting club. Recently, he took time out of his lifting to teach me how to perform a proper Turkish Get Up. Within 30 min of his detailed guidance and encouragement, I was able to perform a TGU with 25lbs! He has also since instructed me on how to perform Kettlebell swings with 24kg! I would certainly recommend anyone interested in learning how to use Kettlebells in their training to go see Franklin. He is a patient, knowledgeable, and very enthusiastic instructor.
Jen Johnson - Billerica, MA USA
