Kettlebells
pefal1
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Anyone doing kettlebell workouts as their main workout routine and having good/fast results?
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I don't but you can get results with kettlebells. It's resistance
I wouldn't expect FAST results with anything though.3 -
Yes true. I am kinda obsessed with the kettlebell workouts. Trying to gain some2
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Yes I am, alongside running. Have got really good results from doing kettlebells so far!1
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I am interested in kettlebells but they're so heavy. Do they make smaller ones, like 3 or 5 lbs. My arm strength is really weak.0
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Can certainly get them from 2k (4.4lbs) upwards - see this for example: https://www.amazon.co.uk/DKN-Vinyl-Kettle-Bell-Weight/dp/B00INWEJHM/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1467373145&sr=8-5&keywords=kettlebells0
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I coach kettle bell classes and couldn't recommend them highly enough. Compound dynamic lifts that are fairly easy to master. Do take time to nail the technique though. Great fat burning workout!!!6
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Bluepegasus wrote: »Yes I am, alongside running. Have got really good results from doing kettlebells so far!
how many days per week are you running and how many days are you using your kettlebell?
What weight are you using?
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I coach kettle bell classes and couldn't recommend them highly enough. Compound dynamic lifts that are fairly easy to master. Do take time to nail the technique though. Great fat burning workout!!!
Yes! I definitely make sure to look up proper form! I love the workouts I just don't feel quite as dead after I do a 30 min workout as I do from previous workout routines. So I was worried it wasn't enough. (Along with running twice per week)1 -
They are my primary tool. Turkish get-ups, swings, squats, pressing and/or snatches are my fundamental base.2
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I really want to do kettle bells more. Is there a good place that has a good routine for them?1
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I just use YouTube! There are a lot of different videos. As far as whether the people are actually trained in that sort of thing idk. I just look up the names of the move they're using and read up on the proper form and then follow the routine on the video. Most of them are 20-30 min long.0
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If you are looking for kettlebell instructors StrongFirst or RKC. If you are looking for a DVD for at home Andrea DuCane's material might be a good choice for a lady (no it won't be easy).2
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tech_kitten wrote: »I am interested in kettlebells but they're so heavy. Do they make smaller ones, like 3 or 5 lbs. My arm strength is really weak.
I've seen 5 lbs. or just use a small dumbbell.1 -
If you are looking for kettlebell instructors StrongFirst or RKC. If you are looking for a DVD for at home Andrea DuCane's material might be a good choice for a lady (no it won't be easy).
Ever used any videos on YouTube? Suggestions??0 -
deleted, the next reply is better.0
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tech_kitten wrote: »I am interested in kettlebells but they're so heavy. Do they make smaller ones, like 3 or 5 lbs. My arm strength is really weak.
Yes they are at Walmart0 -
If you're in the US, keep an eye on Groupon. I got a set of 5, 10, and 15 pound bells for $40 plus shipping. They are bulkier than steel bells but great to start out with and I like the larger than average handle.
I like Jillian Michaels Shred It with weights. She's annoying and could do a better job describing proper form; I like her workouts because they don't take long and I find them effective.2 -
Here's a article on selecting kettlebell starter weight from Kettlebells USA. Arm strength matters more with grinds.
Kettlebell swings are a primary kettlebell exercise which properly uses the posterior chain muscle group and not the arms (provided that you don't do the so called American swing). This is why they say you'll probably want two sizes. The very light one to get your arms stronger and one a bit larger for things like swings that call upon your more powerful muscles.
Notice that his arms just float and the work is all done with the hips (this is a kettlebell swing). Grip strength comes into play so don't do your swings where if you loose your grip it flies through the center of your TV ;0)1
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