Kettlebells
What is a kettlebell?
A kettlebell is a traditional Russian cast iron weight. They are not a new exercise method, they have been used in Russia since the 1704 by weightlifters, strongmen and the Russian special forces.
Benefits of using kettlebells?
Training with a kettlebell will increase your strength and flexibility, as well as burning loads of fat.
Kettlebell training is all about movements and is a full body workout. This means the body has to work as one unit, so lots of muscle groups are working together.
Kettlebell training can also improve posture, strengthen tendons and ligaments as well as strengthening and lengthening muscles. It can also be added to a building routine to bulk up muscles (if you are not training and bodybuilding sets, reps and weight then muscle bulk will not be a result of kettlebell training).
Kettlebell training is both a cardio and strength workout in one, so if you're pushed for time at the gym or want a workout at home, this is the ideal workout for you.
concepthealth's top 6 reasons to train with kettlebells:
Trains the body’s eccentric muscle actions, which relate to motions that occur in sports
Dynamic loading of the hips develops hip motions applicable to all sports
Develops co-ordination
Conditions the cardio vascular system
Develops muscular endurance, strength and power
Perfect hand held piece of equipment for taking anywhere
Where to start ?
Guidelines suggest that:
Kettlebell training session
Warm up should consist of a dynamic mobilisation movements (see dynamic stretching).
Try to include each of the following in your workout: