ABOUT
One Hour Long Cycle
The One Hour Long Cycle (1HLC) is an International Charity Event that allows people around the world to come together for 60 minutes and lift as a unified spirit to make a real difference for those in need. We have an opportunity to show what is in our hearts. We can use our tool, the kettlebell, as a vessel to carry us towards greatness, comradery, and helping to save lives. You will feel the energy from your brothers and sisters lifting next to you. Their energy will hold you up during the moments you can’t do it alone. You will finish. The One Hour Long Cycle, If you lift in it once, you will lift in it forever.
The One Hour Long Cycle International Charity Event is back for its 14th year! People around the world are invited to take part individually (or as a team where local regulations permit) and lift at the same time no matter where they are in the world, for 60 minutes of kettlebell long cycle (clean and jerk)! This year, we invite you to join us as we are lifting with LOVE to support our 2023 featured charity, The Relapsing Polychondritis Foundation!
My good friend, Nancy Linn, fights every day against relapsing polychondritis (RP), a rare and degenerative autoimmune disease that affects cartilage in the body. RP causes systemic inflammation in many parts of the body, including the ears, nose, airways, joints, eyes, skin, heart valves, and brain. Without proper care and treatment, it can be fatal.
Through her foundation, they’ve spread awareness about this disease, helped many patients find better care, and most importantly, funded important research for RP and related autoimmune diseases.
We want to help Nancy and the great people at the Relapsing Polychondritis Foundation continue to make a difference in patients’ lives by fueling more research for more effective treatments and, hopefully, a cure.
HOW DO WE DONATE TO The Relapsing Polychondritis Foundation?
Partnering with The Relapsing Polychondritis Foundation has made it a breeze for individuals to raise funds for this amazing cause (and that is why we are all lifting, correct?)
Donate to the Cause: Whether you are lifting in the 1HLC event or just want to support this amazing cause, we’ve got you covered. You may donate to the general cause by following link below. Once on the splash page, click on the “Donate” button and you’ll be on your way.
Bottom line, we've all had someone in our lives that has been affected by Alzheimer’s and this is a GREAT way to give back to those who are in significant need of our love and support. Won't you help us on our journey towards our collective goal of $2,500?
Please click HERE to get started!
EVENT DETAILS
Date: Saturday, October 28th, 2023
Time: 11:00am (PST)
Where: Your choice - lift on your own or at a satellite location
WHY BE PART OF THIS EVENT?
This year we invite you to join us as we are lifting with LOVE to support millions of vulnerable children that are loosing healthy meals they depend on as the coronavirus closes schools nationwide. This is a time for kettlebell lifters worldwide to join together for one cause. It doesn't matter whether kettlebell club or association you belong to. This is a fun, physical challenge where you can give your sweat and determination to benefit others.
LIFTING OPTIONS
The lifter may choose between two options. The first option is Solo Style, where the person lifts the bell/bells by themselves for the entire hour. The second option is Relay Style, where on a team of 5, the person will lift for 2 minutes and then hand the bell to the next teammate and then jump in the back of the line. The team will run like a conveyor belt for the hour. The relay option is quite welcoming to the beginner. Keep in mind, IF you choose the relay option, we ask you to comply with all local, state, and CDC safety protocols to ensure safe and healthy lifting during the ongoing coronavirus pandemic.
Note: Choose an agreed upon kettlebell weight for your team in order to remain safe and comfortable.
WHAT ARE THE RULES? (Not Many)
It's pretty simple (maybe not easy) but simple. Clean the bell from between the legs to the chest, jerk it overhead, and repeat! We ask the group to stick with the long cycle movement to keep continuity during the event. Lifters may use whatever kettlebell they like, even one from the local department store. They can also use a kettlebell of any weight, yes, any weight!! Lifters can choose to use one kettlebell (switching hands whenever they feel like it), or they can use two kettlebells (a bit more challenging). We will all start at the same time and we will all, hopefully, finish at the same time. We will do our very best to honor the cause and not set the kettlebell down at any time during the hour, whether on a relay team or not. There will not be judges so if you want to keep count of your reps then we recommend having a friend hold a pitch counter to keep tally for you. And if you are shooting for a record or world mark, you should adhere to the best kettlebell sport technique and standards as possible. Oh, and you gotta' have fun! Note: As Covid may also be throwing a wrench into things for many, participants may use anything they have available to lift including dumbbells, soup cans, water bottles, etc. This is an exception to our normal protocol but ok during this insanity!
HOW DO I SIGN UP?
With coronavirus still running rampant around the world, the assumption is that most participants will be lifting on their own. That said, we will not be not be signing up teams or individuals in the traditional way we have in the past. If you will be lifting this year (either individually or as a team - where prohibited locally), please contact us by clicking HERE. Give us all of your pertinent information (see below) and we will add you to our master roster and map.
Individual Name or Gym (if local regulations permit team lifting)
City/State/Country
E-mail Address
Phone Number
Local Start Time (reminder - We begin lifting at 11:00am Pacific Standard Time
WHAT'S THE COST TO ENTER? (Nothing)
As in year's past, there is no cost to join the 2021 1HLC event - IT'S 100% FREE! However, we do ask that all participants take a moment and consider supporting this years featured charity - The Relapsing Polychondritis Foundation. See below for more details on how to give.