Can anyone help me out with this?
I put this post in the Shaolin Section but it doesnt seem like that part gets much traffic so I’m reposting it here.
I was looking through my back issues and I read an interesting article in the January 2003 issue called “Stone lock training pumps you up.”
The stone handled weights in the article look great for increasing grip strength and developing strong arms. I tried some movements with a dumbbell but I bet that wasnt even close to the real thing. The Shaolin monks didn’t mess around.
Does anyone know where I can find some of these or if someone even makes them at all?
-Kid
Someone posted a link to a site that sells them (me I think). I think they are metal versions of the Stone locks though. I started a thread about it as they sell really weird training equipment, like a 6000 pound stone ball for instance. Try a search on the 6000 pound stone ball, I think it was the title of my thread.
Oh my God!!
The authentic article, thats exactly what I’ve been looking for and in three different sizes!
That could be the coolest equipment company site ever. Stone Balls, grip tools, anchor chains, man, I know where my monthly bonus is going.
Check out this thing:
http://www.atomicathletic.com/shop/tek9.asp?pg=products&specific=joermrf0
Those locks don’t seem any different than a kettlebell - I bet they are used in the same manner as well.
I have used Russian Kettlebells before and I know you couldnt do this with a kettlebell. Not to mention that these are real stone locks just like the monks used!
I just bought a pair of each size stone padlock, Ill keep everyone posted when I get them.
Looks like you could get several different types of kettlebells on that site too if you wanted. Amazing.
yeah KK, keep us posted, I’ve been curious about them myself…
Originally posted by KombatKid
I have used Russian Kettlebells before and I know you couldnt do this with a kettlebell.
I bet you can. that would be no different than striking with dumbells… the lock/ kettlebell may work your forearm more, however. That lock he’s holding in that pic is only 10 lbs. They know make 9lb kettlebells, so you should be able to do that with them.
Not to mention that these are real stone locks just like the monks used!
that’s true. That alone doesn’t impress me though…
I just bought a pair of each size stone padlock, Ill keep everyone posted when I get them.
do that. We’re always interested in hearing results of people’s training.
I bet you can. that would be no different than striking with dumbells… the lock/ kettlebell may work your forearm more, however. That lock he’s holding in that pic is only 10 lbs. They know make 9lb kettlebells, so you should be able to do that with them.
I doubt it, due to the design of the kettlebell. The center of mass is too far away from the handle. Its a possibility that you might be able to do it with a nine pound kettlebell but nothing heavier. Also, theres the issue of striking with a horizontal and vertical fist, you sure cant do both with a kettlebell.
Yes, you could do that with dumbbells but isn’t the whole idea to strengthen the wrist and forearms as well since this contributes to striking power? Sounds like that alone would make it worth it.
In any case, if these stone locks are half as cool as they look in the pics, I’ll be satisfied.
I just ordered myself a set of these babies, don’t have the storage space for a full set of kettlebells or stone padlocks. 
http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/tg/detail/-/B0000E2ERY/102-9652927-2756945?_encoding=UTF8
Why is it called a padlock? I thought a padlock was one of those things with the spinner wheel combination on it.
btw, from that site, this is amazing.
They are called stone padlocks because they resemble traditional chinese padlocks like these.
Originally posted by KombatKid
They are called stone padlocks because they resemble traditional chinese padlocks like these.
I know them under the name of Stone locks and the look like ancient chinese/japanese locks.
Those are U-shaped and the Pin slides across the open end and thus closes the lock.
Pity, I just threw an old japanese box with a suck a lock away otherwise I could post a pic of it and the key to unlock it.
Aah, found a pic:
http://www.johnrausch.com/PuzzleWorld/puz/img/chinese_locks_1.jpg
Oh Man,
Atomic Athletic site is getting better and better by the minute.
Check this out
From Taijimonkey’s amazon link upthread
“Instantly change the weight with a simple twist of the dial.”
Whuh?
Originally posted by Chang Style Novice
[B]From Taijimonkey’s amazon link upthread
“Instantly change the weight with a simple twist of the dial.”
Whuh? [/B]
The set I am getting is 20kg(44pounds), it consists of 8 weights (2.5kg each). 2.5kg –> 5.0kg –> 7.5kg –> …
The dial allows you to select how many weights you pick up out of the stack.
I tried them out in the Shop and they seemed ok for me.
Okay, that makes sense then. I was picturing some magical device that added mass out of - I dunno, some wormhole attached to dial or something.
Clever design! Which I always appreciate.
The 10 Pound Stone Padlocks are particularly effective for practicing striking movements which can increase your punching power. No other implement stresses the wrists as effectively during this movement.
Sorry to burst you bubble boys but this is bunk. Punching with weights, wether it is barbells, weighted gloves, “stone padlocks” or any other thing will do exactly ZIP for your punching power.
Why? (I’m sure you’d like me to justify my stance.)
The power of a punch comes from the power and rotation of the legs, thru the torso thru the shoulder and down the stright line of “fused” hook of your arm to the target. Power comes from the ground up not from the strength of your shoulder! this method advocated above is backwards of the truth they’re trying to apply mass at the end of the arm!! bull****!!! and it’s dangerous the connective joints and stabilizers. This can be very bad for your bones and joints over extended periods.
I was under the impression that this meant more deliberate and controlled movements that would stress and strengthen the upperbody musculature and wrists.
Everyone knows that trying to practice full striking movements with weights is stupid.
