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How do I log Kettlebell workouts?

JBWILLOW

Not really sure how I would log Kettlebell workouts, and I do not have a HRM. Any ideas?

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taniaandmichael

I would like to know this too.

Cr01502

Maybe circuit training??

JBWILLOW

Thanks Crosby, that's what I was thinking

mercymarque

I do kettebell exercise too... so I looked up some info online. Here is what I found, not sure how accurate:

The results showed that the average participant burned about 20 calories per minute during the kettlebell workout, which equates to 400 calories during a typical 20-minute kettlebell workout.

Found it on here: http://www.webmd.com/fitness-exercise/news/20100212/kettlebell-workouts-burn-calaories-fast

JBWILLOW

I do kettebell exercise too... so I looked up some info online. Here is what I found, not sure how accurate:

The results showed that the average participant burned about 20 calories per minute during the kettlebell workout, which equates to 400 calories during a typical 20-minute kettlebell workout.

Found it on here: http://www.webmd.com/fitness-exercise/news/20100212/kettlebell-workouts-burn-calaories-fast

Cool thank you so much!!

taniaandmichael

I've seen that. It just seems so high. I wonder if how heavy the weights are matter. I'm only using 7lb and 10lb right now.

JBWILLOW

I know I have seen that in multiple places as well. I just looked again and saw it a few other places, so it must be somewhat accurate

rileamoyer

An HRM is worth the investment.

SuffolkSally

"strength training" under cardio on your exercise diary? Without an HRM it's difficult I know, but that's what I use for weight lifting at the gym. Well done for doing it!

auroranflash

I have a hard time believing it burns 20 calories a minute, and yes, the weight used would matter.

Even going all-out, it is hard for me to burn 10 calories a minute... That would have to be some extremely hardcore work.

astrampe

I do kettebell exercise too... so I looked up some info online. Here is what I found, not sure how accurate:

The results showed that the average participant burned about 20 calories per minute during the kettlebell workout, which equates to 400 calories during a typical 20-minute kettlebell workout.

Found it on here: http://www.webmd.com/fitness-exercise/news/20100212/kettlebell-workouts-burn-calaories-fast

That's way too much, depending on your weight and age and whatever else...

I do a hardcore kettlebell workout, about forty minutes of go, go go, nonstop with a 15lbs kettlebell...I am 5'8, weigh 176lbs and according to my Garmin HRM burns between 314 and 320 calories in that time - not even close to 800....

VorJoshigan

According to my heart rate montitor, I burn about 10.5 calories per minute.

I'm 6 Feet, 285 lbs. I'm thinking 20 calories per minute are a bit high.

FYI, it's also possible that I'm a slow wuss.

Edit: This is using 25lb to 50lb kettlebells depending on the exercise.

astrampe

According to my heart rate montitor, I burn about 10.5 calories per minute.

I'm 6 Feet, 285 lbs. I'm thinking 20 calories per minute are a bit high.

FYI, it's also possible that I'm a slow wuss.

Edit: This is using 25lb to 50lb kettlebells depending on the exercise.

LOL, if that makes you a slow wuss, I think I might be dead with around 8 cals a minute!:laugh:

ithink2020

The 20 calories per minute refers to doing the Kettlebell Snatch. The American Council on Exercise proved that doing the snatch/swing burned 20.2 calories per minute.

“We estimated oxygen consumption and how many calories
they were burning aerobically, and it was 13.6 calories per minute.
But we also measured the blood lactate, so anaerobically they were
burning another 6.6 calories per minute,” explains Porcari. “So
they were burning at least 20.2 calories per minute, which is off
the charts. That’s equivalent to running a 6-minute mile pace. The
only other thing I could find that burns that many calories is crosscountry skiing up hill at a fast pace.”

Here is the link to the article on it: http://www.acefitness.org/getfit/studies/kettlebells012010.pdf

With that said, most people do KB Swing/Snatches in intervals. So, if you are doing equal work to rest for 30 minutes, you would only count 15 min of actually swinging.

Hope this helps,

Matt

Trilby16

I love working out with kettlebells. Just sayin'.
Helpful discussion!

Lbf321

Kettlebell is my new love!

edelhega

In the exercise section here it works out as 423 calories for a 45 min session ????

MaggieHesebeck

I do this daily and I don't have any doubt it burns that many calories. I sweat my rear off and feel more burned out than if I were to run a 10k in under an hour. And that burns almost 700 calories. I use heavier weights though, at least 20kg bells for snatches usually and at least 24kg for swings. I'm 185lbs and 5'8".

jnord8729

I'd call it strength training. Maybe circuit training if it's a high intensity one that involves kettlebells. But probably strength training

JoyeII

In the exercise section here it works out as 423 calories for a 45 min session ????

Where did you find kettlebells in the exercise section here?

hig17

I do JM's Shred it with weights (kettlebell) and log it as Circuit Training.

BobCole127

I'm not accepting any of these methods. I've been logging as circuit training but that burns the exact same calories as Bicycling, 12-14 mph. Let me tell you, using a KB my heart rate is much higher and I am totally exhausted after the KB workout. In comparison, bicycling is nothing - a walk in the park. And I bike.

So, if I do a 60 minute KB workout, rest periods of 33% to 50% I'm only burning 2 thirds to one-half of a bike ride. NO WAY, NO HOW. But then again, I'm using a 40lb KB.

I think I need to get a HRM.

BTW - Kettlebells are aerobic and nothing like weight training.

nessagrace22

The only way you're gonna get close to an accurate figure is to use a HRM. Then all you need to do is create your own exercise in the database. Honestly you'll be shocked at how badly MFP over estimates calories burned.

frood

BTW - Kettlebells are aerobic and nothing like weight training.

Unless you use them for lifts. They are, after all, weights.

ddixon503

I'm not accepting any of these methods. I've been logging as circuit training but that burns the exact same calories as Bicycling, 12-14 mph. Let me tell you, using a KB my heart rate is much higher and I am totally exhausted after the KB workout. In comparison, bicycling is nothing - a walk in the park. And I bike.

So, if I do a 60 minute KB workout, rest periods of 33% to 50% I'm only burning 2 thirds to one-half of a bike ride. NO WAY, NO HOW. But then again, I'm using a 40lb KB.

I think I need to get a HRM.

BTW - Kettlebells are aerobic and nothing like weight training.

So you're saying if someone uses a heavy kettle bell for goblet squats or triceps kickbacks, that's nothing like weight training. Seriously?

frood

The 20 calories per minute refers to doing the Kettlebell Snatch. The American Council on Exercise proved that doing the snatch/swing burned 20.2 calories per minute.

“We estimated oxygen consumption and how many calories
they were burning aerobically, and it was 13.6 calories per minute.
But we also measured the blood lactate, so anaerobically they were
burning another 6.6 calories per minute,” explains Porcari. “So
they were burning at least 20.2 calories per minute, which is off
the charts. That’s equivalent to running a 6-minute mile pace. The
only other thing I could find that burns that many calories is crosscountry skiing up hill at a fast pace.”

Here is the link to the article on it: http://www.acefitness.org/getfit/studies/kettlebells012010.pdf

With that said, most people do KB Swing/Snatches in intervals. So, if you are doing equal work to rest for 30 minutes, you would only count 15 min of actually swinging.

Hope this helps,

Matt

This.

DR2501

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So you're saying if someone uses a heavy kettle bell for goblet squats or triceps kickbacks, that's nothing like weight training. Seriously?
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I think what the poster means is that kettlebells are made primarily to be used dynamically, so its strength training and cardio in one. For example snatches, clean and press, swings, high pulls, thrusters etc. Of course they can be used statically also as you suggest.

I log them as circuit training based on my HRM, I don't log them as strength training also/instead of.

ddixon503

So you're saying if someone uses a heavy kettle bell for goblet squats or triceps kickbacks, that's nothing like weight training. Seriously?
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I think what the poster means is that kettlebells are made primarily to be used dynamically, so its strength training and cardio in one. For example snatches, clean and press, swings, high pulls, thrusters etc. Of course they can be used statically also as you suggest.

I log them as circuit training based on my HRM, I don't log them as strength training also/instead of.
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Not nitpicking but only the OP can clarify their usage. The rest of us are simply assuming. You can use kettlebells in lieu of dumbbells so the comment "Kettlebells are not like lifting weights" is misleading on it's own without qualifying HOW you use them.

DR2501

You're right, but the poster I mentioned wasn't the OP....

ddixon503

You're right, but the poster I mentioned wasn't the OP....

Fair enough.