Kettlebell DVD
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I'm looking to add Kettlebell workouts to my regular exercise regimen. For the past two weeks, I've been walking on the treadmill daily, and I'm ready to add some strength training in my routine (since steady state cardio bores me to tears). Anyways, there are a lot of options on Amazon, but I was curious about what would be a good choice for a beginner. Any ideas? Also, most of these beginner things start with just a 4-5 pound kettlebell. I'm used to walking with 5 pound walking weights, so I'm not sure this is the right place for me to start. I was thinking of getting a 10 pound bell. Would you recommend this, or am I going to kill myself?
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you dont need dvd's to get a good kettlebell workout.
just the basic swing and some turkish get ups for about 30 minutes is a great workout.0 -
Angie Miller's "Kettlebell Bootcamp" dvd is an awesome workout, and you can do more as you get stronger...Found mine on amazon...Just swings and turkish get-ups would bore me to tears......
And I would suggest get a 10lbs bell to start of with...you might struggle a little with the one arm stuff she has, but you will be fine soon...I had to get a 15lbs one and have asked Santa for a 20 and 25lbs one - as the swings with the 15lbs one gets too easy....0 -
I enjoyed the Kettleworx DVD's.... I got them from a friend so I'm not sure how much they are. I tried the Jillian Michaels DVD but much preffered Kettleworx. You could also try youtube?0
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Angie Miller's Kettlebell dvd is an awesome workout, and you can do more as you get stronger...Found mine on amazon...Just swings and turkish get-ups would bore me to tears......
you would be sweating to much to be bored...0 -
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Angie Miller's Kettlebell dvd is an awesome workout, and you can do more as you get stronger...Found mine on amazon...Just swings and turkish get-ups would bore me to tears......
you would be sweating to much to be bored...
Yep, but Angie Miller's dvd makes you sweat, grunt and swear softly now and then, AND keeps you entertained! :bigsmile: :flowerforyou:0 -
Kettlebell is an awesome workout.0
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I just got a Jillian Michaels DVD for kettlebells and I think it is the perfect place to start. I am sore from yesterdays workout and I used a 5lb kettlebell. You can use whatever pound you want. I will probably do this for a couple of weeks and the go to the more advanced level. She has 2 levels on her DVD. I would recommend watching the about kettlebell tutorial. I have used kettlebells before, but she taught me things I didn't know.0
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Gin Miller has a great workout for beginners. Me and my workout buddies pull her out when we do kettlebells.
http://www.ginmiller.com/gmf06/gmf_store/workouts/kettlebell.html0 -
I do Jillian Michael Shred w Weights, you don't even need a kettlebell, she does a modifier with a dumbbell. I use a 10lb dumbbell, though am looking for other workouts, will check out some that were recommended.0
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I have a couple of Bob Harper dvds, the one that came with my first kettlebell is a decent workout, but the form isn't good...you should watch some videos on youtube on the correct form. I started with a 10lb and now have a 15, but would like heavier ones.0
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Angie Miller's Kettlebell dvd is an awesome workout, and you can do more as you get stronger...Found mine on amazon...Just swings and turkish get-ups would bore me to tears......
you would be sweating to much to be bored...
Yep, but Angie Miller's dvd makes you sweat, grunt and swear softly now and then, AND keeps you entertained! :bigsmile: :flowerforyou:
Awesome! Thanks for the input...going to Amazon for pricing lol0 -
In general it is _always_ recommended that women start out with a 15 lb bell. The only people who should go lower are people doing it for physical therapy reasons. The reason being is because kettlebell exercises use COMPOUND MOVEMENTS and you need to be using a weight that forces you to get your whole body into it. If the weight is too light then many of the larger muscle groups, such as the glutes, and hamstrings, don't get involved, and your form ends up suffering. Going too light actually PREVENTS you from being able to use proper form. This is one of the reasons the Jillian Michaels DVD is so heavily criticized and is so injury prone. She recommends using 5-10 lb bells and when going that light it's virtually impossible to main proper form through the various swing exercises, so people end up suffering back injuries doing the program.0
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Jillian Michaels has a Ripped with Weights DVD and I believe she uses a kettlebell in it. I have tried that one yet though.0
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Jillian Michaels has a Ripped with Weights DVD and I believe she uses a kettlebell in it. I have tried that one yet though.
See my post above about it. Her DVD is widely criticized and people are trying to have it removed from the market because the poor form she demonstrates in it and poor advice she gives leads to a lot of injuries.
iFit, a subsidiary of ICON fitness, the company that owns Weider, was selling a Jillian Michaels adjustable 20 lb kettlebell. Due to the way it's packaged (the geniuses figured it would be a good idea to sit the kettlebell directly on the DVD-genius!) the DVDs are often damaged right out of the box and unreadable. I purchased one of these for my dad and when I found out the DVD was ruined I called them to ask for a replacement. They told me that due to liability issues (apparently they didn't know when they initially approached her that she had no formal kettlebell training or certifications) they were unable to replace it with the Jillian Michaels DVD and would instead send me the DVD that comes with the Weider Powerbell, which is conducted by Michael Skogg, a certified kettlebell instructor. Also, the iFit adjustable kettlebell is currently being rebranded and will no longer have JM's name on it. Apparently a lot of people hurt themselves following along with the DVD.0 -
I enjoyed the Kettleworx DVD's.... I got them from a friend so I'm not sure how much they are. I tried the Jillian Michaels DVD but much preffered Kettleworx. You could also try youtube?
I'd love to try these...they're just way out of my price range
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In general it is _always_ recommended that women start out with a 15 lb bell. The only people who should go lower are people doing it for physical therapy reasons. The reason being is because kettlebell exercises use COMPOUND MOVEMENTS and you need to be using a weight that forces you to get your whole body into it. If the weight is too light then many of the larger muscle groups, such as the glutes, and hamstrings, don't get involved, and your form ends up suffering. Going too light actually PREVENTS you from being able to use proper form. This is one of the reasons the Jillian Michaels DVD is so heavily criticized and is so injury prone. She recommends using 5-10 lb bells and when going that light it's virtually impossible to main proper form through the various swing exercises, so people end up suffering back injuries doing the program.
Thanks for this! I'm definitely getting a 15 pound bell then. I know it will be a workout...but that's the point right?0 -
In general it is _always_ recommended that women start out with a 15 lb bell. The only people who should go lower are people doing it for physical therapy reasons. The reason being is because kettlebell exercises use COMPOUND MOVEMENTS and you need to be using a weight that forces you to get your whole body into it. If the weight is too light then many of the larger muscle groups, such as the glutes, and hamstrings, don't get involved, and your form ends up suffering. Going too light actually PREVENTS you from being able to use proper form. This is one of the reasons the Jillian Michaels DVD is so heavily criticized and is so injury prone. She recommends using 5-10 lb bells and when going that light it's virtually impossible to main proper form through the various swing exercises, so people end up suffering back injuries doing the program.
Thanks for this! I'm definitely getting a 15 pound bell then. I know it will be a workout...but that's the point right?
Yup!
EDIT: Just remember that with kettlebell training all exercises for the most part are powered by lower body movements, so you need to be working with a weight heavy enough to challenge your LOWER BODY muscles, the strongest muscles in your body. Too many people make the mistake of gauging the weight of the bell on their UPPER BODY strength because they don't understand this fact, which leads to getting a bell that is too light, which in turn leads to poor form.0 -
Do not use a Jillian Michaels DVD for kettlebells. She is not a certified kettlebell trainer, and her form sucks.
If you can't afford DVDs or to hire a certified instructor (even just for one session to learn the very basics), three great YouTube channels to check out:
Neghar Fonooni - http://www.youtube.com/user/negf03
Lauren Brooks - http://www.youtube.com/user/kbellqueen
Marianne Kane - http://www.youtube.com/user/Kitty8Tim
As for weight, it depends on whether you are doing ballistics like swings or grinds like Turkish get-ups or presses. You can go heavier on most ballistics than you can on grinds. I started with 26 lbs (12 kg), but I was in good shape and already lifting weights at the time. I would suggest starting with 18 lbs (8 kg) if you are new to training with more than just tiny dumbbells. It may sound like a lot of weight, but if you are doing the movements correctly, you'll understand why 10 lbs is too light for any healthy woman to be doing swings with.
On the grinds, start light to learn form, especially with the get-up. You'll find that you can add weight pretty quickly thereafter. I went from a 26 lb get-up to 35 lbs within a month, and I am now using a 44 lb bell as my go-to working kettlebell on get-ups. My ultimate goal was a 1-rep max of 53 lbs on get-ups, but I am already past that. You will amaze yourself by how strong you will get.0 -
Do not use a Jillian Michaels DVD for kettlebells. She is not a certified kettlebell trainer, and her form sucks.
If you can't afford DVDs or to hire a certified instructor (even just for one session to learn the very basics), three great YouTube channels to check out:
Neghar Fonooni - http://www.youtube.com/user/negf03
Lauren Brooks - http://www.youtube.com/user/kbellqueen
Marianne Kane - http://www.youtube.com/user/Kitty8Tim
As for weight, it depends on whether you are doing ballistics like swings or grinds like Turkish get-ups or presses. You can go heavier on most ballistics than you can on grinds. I started with 26 lbs (12 kg), but I was in good shape and already lifting weights at the time. I would suggest starting with 18 lbs (8 kg) if you are new to training with more than just tiny dumbbells. It may sound like a lot of weight, but if you are doing the movements correctly, you'll understand why 10 lbs is too light for any healthy woman to be doing swings with.
On the grinds, start light to learn form, especially with the get-up. You'll find that you can add weight pretty quickly thereafter. I went from a 26 lb get-up to 35 lbs within a month, and I am now using a 44 lb bell as my go-to working kettlebell on get-ups. My ultimate goal was a 1-rep max of 53 lbs on get-ups, but I am already past that. You will amaze yourself by how strong you will get.
Thank you for confirming everything I just said
I hope all the people here working out with 5lb bells read this.
I have to be perfectly honest: I've heard a lot about how dangerous KB training can be if your form is off, and I probably would not be doing it at all today if I hadn't been instructed by a good trainer on how to do it right.0 -
Do not use a Jillian Michaels DVD for kettlebells. She is not a certified kettlebell trainer, and her form sucks.
If you can't afford DVDs or to hire a certified instructor (even just for one session to learn the very basics), three great YouTube channels to check out:
Neghar Fonooni - http://www.youtube.com/user/negf03
Lauren Brooks - http://www.youtube.com/user/kbellqueen
Marianne Kane - http://www.youtube.com/user/Kitty8Tim
As for weight, it depends on whether you are doing ballistics like swings or grinds like Turkish get-ups or presses. You can go heavier on most ballistics than you can on grinds. I started with 26 lbs (12 kg), but I was in good shape and already lifting weights at the time. I would suggest starting with 18 lbs (8 kg) if you are new to training with more than just tiny dumbbells. It may sound like a lot of weight, but if you are doing the movements correctly, you'll understand why 10 lbs is too light for any healthy woman to be doing swings with.
On the grinds, start light to learn form, especially with the get-up. You'll find that you can add weight pretty quickly thereafter. I went from a 26 lb get-up to 35 lbs within a month, and I am now using a 44 lb bell as my go-to working kettlebell on get-ups. My ultimate goal was a 1-rep max of 53 lbs on get-ups, but I am already past that. You will amaze yourself by how strong you will get.
Thank you for confirming everything I just said I hope all the people here working out with 5lb bells read this.
I have to be perfectly honest: I've heard a lot about how dangerous KB training can be if your form is off, and I probably would not be doing it at all today if I hadn't been instructed by a good trainer on how to do it right.
that is why i personally think it is better to do it under the guidance of any instructor if you are a beginner. you can seriously hurt yourself if your form is incorrect and following a dvd is not going to give you the feedback you need if you are not doing something right.0 -
Yay for kettlebells!0
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I want to get a kettlebell, bumping for the info here. I guess I should avoid the Jillian one!0
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I can't remember the name of my DVD but it came with my kettlebell and I got it at Walmart! It's great! I would say on a normal basis a 10# kettlebell would be outgrown VERY quickly but that's what I had gotten to start with. It was plenty of a workout with the DVD. If you can't find the set I would start with at least a 15#. I hear there are lots of workouts on youtube too.0
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Live Fit Revolution http://livefitrevolution.org/ is a great place to go for kettlebell workouts - There are 30 weeks of workouts (with 4 workouts per week) and instruction (from a certified RKC instructor) and it is all free.0
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Here are few that I have and like : Gin Miller (this one came with my 10lb kettlebell purchased from Walmart). Paul Katami (kettlebell combos), kathy Smith Kettlebell (it's good for beginners) and Iron Core Kettlebells.
Proper form is a must with kettlebells. I really hurt my back once and have learned my lesson.
Also, I got my 15lb kettlebell at TJ Maxx (who would have thought), for $16. That is dirt cheap for a kettlebell.0 -
I have several and really like them they are pricey but I know that they are done by RKC certified instructors or similiar certifications. Like mentioned before I wouldn't do Jillian Michaels, not sure about Gin Miller, I like her stuff but it seems like I've heard her form is not good and the same with Bob Harper. Honestly I'd be leary of any kettlebell dvd that is available on the mass market with the exception being Paul Katami or Sarah Lurie. Also I totally agree with starting with at least a 15lb bell, I started with 18 although I do have a couple of 10s that I sometimes use for doubles.
I frequent a forum at www.videofitness.com and if you do a search for kettlebells you will find more info than you probably ever wanted or needed. They also have a review section and you can find some info and reviews for kettlebell dvds there.
Here are some that I like and I feel are from a trustworthy source:
Art of Strength (Anthony DiLuglio) I have Providence (my fave), Newport (which I have yet to complete) and Firepower. I don't have Kettlebell Your Way to a Perfect Body but have heard great things about it.
Kettlebell Goddess with Andrea DuCane, it's kind of dry but she has impeccable form.
Iron Core with Sarah Lurie - I have most of hers and I find her a bit boring too but once again she has impeccable form and most of her stuff is in the more affordable range.
I also like Amy Bento but only her later stuff after she got her RKC certification. I think she might have put out one before she was certified and her form might be a bit off but her later stuff is good.
I have a few more obscure ones that I really enjoy but their names are slipping me right now, as you can probably tell I own a ton of exercise dvds.0 -
Do not use a Jillian Michaels DVD for kettlebells. She is not a certified kettlebell trainer, and her form sucks.
If you can't afford DVDs or to hire a certified instructor (even just for one session to learn the very basics), three great YouTube channels to check out:
Neghar Fonooni - http://www.youtube.com/user/negf03
Lauren Brooks - http://www.youtube.com/user/kbellqueen
Marianne Kane - http://www.youtube.com/user/Kitty8Tim
As for weight, it depends on whether you are doing ballistics like swings or grinds like Turkish get-ups or presses. You can go heavier on most ballistics than you can on grinds. I started with 26 lbs (12 kg), but I was in good shape and already lifting weights at the time. I would suggest starting with 18 lbs (8 kg) if you are new to training with more than just tiny dumbbells. It may sound like a lot of weight, but if you are doing the movements correctly, you'll understand why 10 lbs is too light for any healthy woman to be doing swings with.
On the grinds, start light to learn form, especially with the get-up. You'll find that you can add weight pretty quickly thereafter. I went from a 26 lb get-up to 35 lbs within a month, and I am now using a 44 lb bell as my go-to working kettlebell on get-ups. My ultimate goal was a 1-rep max of 53 lbs on get-ups, but I am already past that. You will amaze yourself by how strong you will get.
Thank you for confirming everything I just said I hope all the people here working out with 5lb bells read this.
I have to be perfectly honest: I've heard a lot about how dangerous KB training can be if your form is off, and I probably would not be doing it at all today if I hadn't been instructed by a good trainer on how to do it right.
that is why i personally think it is better to do it under the guidance of any instructor if you are a beginner. you can seriously hurt yourself if your form is incorrect and following a dvd is not going to give you the feedback you need if you are not doing something right.
I ditto the personal trainer, and not just for one session. But also make sure that PT really knows kettlebells. I'm learning kettlebells at Crossfit. I had no idea that in the past I had been using them so incorrectly (even with a personal trainer). And I also find that when I get tired, I lose form. It's good to have a trainer there who can correct you when you start to slip, which you will. Until the moves get into your muscle memory, it's easy to do them wrong. You may not always hurt yourself, but you may not be working efficiently either.0
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