Kettle bell workout?

DumplingRUs

Anyone have a favorite kettle bell workout to recommend? Free on YouTube is preferable.

I've also never used a kettle bell before. Does it put a lot of stress on the wrists?

Last question - when I took some quick browses through some kettle bell workouts, it seemed like a lot of the movements can be done with a regular dumbbell. Thoughts? I already own some dumbbells, but I'd have to go buy a kettlebell, so wondering if it's worth it.

Thanks!!

BigGuy47

I'm doing Simple and Sinister now. As the name implies it's s basic routine. 100 one arm KB swings and 5 Turkish get ups.

Form is important. If you go flailing about with a kettlebell you can do more harm than good. Take your time and learn proper form.

WalkingAlong

I like the workouts on livefitrevolution.org. Free but you need to register.

I think a heavy kettlebell is worth it. It's a good blend of functional strength and cardio and is time efficient and doesn't require much equipment. Dumbbells are not the same and are not going to work well for most of the basic kettlebell moves like swings.

HamsterManV2

Could you find a trainer who specializes in kettlebell workouts? I.e. They have an actual certification and are not some generic trainer with no real experience (I see some trainers who have no business teaching people how to squat, deadlift, etc.). Learn proper form, and find a good source of kettlebell workouts.

Pavel Tsatsouline is very well regarded in the 'kettlebell community', so google him and find his programs appropriate for your level.

MNLittleFinn

I do this workout, except I do 25 minutes: http://www.mensfitness.com/training/lose-weight/the-20-minute-fat-burning-kettlebell-complex

jdhcm2006

I'm pretty sure BodyFit by Amy on YT has a kettlebell workout. I think Tone It Up on YT does as well.

TeaBea

DumplingRUs wrote: »

Anyone have a favorite kettle bell workout to recommend? Free on YouTube is preferable.

I've also never used a kettle bell before. Does it put a lot of stress on the wrists?

Last question - when I took some quick browses through some kettle bell workouts, it seemed like a lot of the movements can be done with a regular dumbbell. Thoughts? I already own some dumbbells, but I'd have to go buy a kettlebell, so wondering if it's worth it.

Thanks!!

Kettlebells can be done with regular dumbbells....check this DVD out. This will give you a starting point.

https://www.totalfitnessdvds.com/10-Minute-Solution-Kettlebell-Ultimate-Fat-Burner-p/136.htm

Form is very important (lower back).

Bluepegasus

I go to a kettlebell class once a week, the rest of the week I follow the kb workout videos by Bodyfit by Amy on Youtube.

ltworide

Kettlebell use will definitely improve your wrist strength. check out Paval and RKC (Russian Kettlebell) and dragon door: http://www.dragondoor.com

As far as I know There are two styles of kettlebells: American sport and Russian kettlebell. Personally I prefer Russian KB style. You can google both for more info.

If you're serious about doing KB workouts I would recommend getting some group or private lessons from a certified KB instructor on proper technique.

svinson319

I like tone it up on YouTube

DumplingRUs

Thanks for all of the advice, everyone!

Riskay123

Just be careful to look after your lower back. If you are not doing it properly you can do some damage.

arielm2015

I love the tone it up kettle bell workouts on YouTube!

chrisnurse77

Love this site
Great videos for technique as well
http://www.gbpersonaltraining.com/

TonyB0588

Kettle Bell Workouts by Chi Chi Health & Fitness

julie_broadhead

I have been cycling these three workouts by Lauren Brooks for the past 6 weeks. I've gone up a kettlebell bell size in most of the movements and have gained some speed:-)
https://breakingmuscle.com/learn/3-kettlebell-workouts-and-how-to-plan-your-week

I would recommend starting with her low volume option. The double bell work can be done with a single bell. I used a 18lb bell, a 26lb bell, and a 35lb bell. Later I purchased another 18 and another 26.

Kettlebell training will not wreck your wrists if you use good technique and don't go up in weight too fast. Search for RKC instructors in your area and learn the movements.

Buying kettlebells is worth it. The weight falls in a different place on a kettlebell than it does on Dumbells. Movements like the high pull, kettlebell snatch, and kettlebell clean are impossible to learn correctly with out a kettlebell. If you are brand new to fitness, I would start with a 12lb bell and an 18lb bell.