Kettlebells 101
Does working out with Kettlebells actually work?
Take a look at this brief list of benefits that you could gain from exercising with Kettlebells. And remember, all it takes is a few minutes a few days a week.
. Shed unwanted Fat
· Accelerate development of all-purpose strength
· Boost physical resilience
. Increase stamina
· Improve cardiovascular health
· Execute complete total-body workout
· Ensure the correct blend of strength and flexibility
· Forge a fighter’s physique
· Meet personal fitness goals
Who should use Kettlebells?
The short answer is anyone. Kettlebells are a standalone fitness tool that can produce results faster than working out alone in a gym. People of all ages, body types, and ability levels can greatly benefit from exercising with Kettlebells.
Wait. What is a Kettlebell?
A “Kettlebell” or girya (Russ.) is a traditional Russian cast iron weight. Picture a cannonball with a handle. It is the all-around best tool for extreme all-around fitness.
Who Invented the Kettlebell?
Though Kettlebell exercise programs may seem like a hot fitness trend right now, the Kettlebell is actually a centuries old fitness tool. It first appeared in a Russian dictionary in 1704 (Cherkikh, 1994). In fact, Kettlebells were so popular in Tsarist, Russia that any strongman or weightlifter was referred to as a “girevik,” which means “kettlebell man.”
“Not a single sport develops our muscular strength and bodies as well as kettlebell athletics,” reported Russian Magazine Hercules in 1913. Yes, you read that right – 1913. The fact that Kettlebell training has been around for centuries proves that Kettlebell training is not merely a fitness fad. Fads fade. Real fitness has lasting results.
Where can I use the Kettlebell?
The kettlebell is the world’s #1 portable gym, which means you can work out just about anywhere. All you need is enough space to perform your routine safely. Kettlebells are also ideal for outdoor workouts – interested? Check out our Fit Camp.
When is the best time to do Kettlebell training?
Anytime. Kettlebells have been shown to get results with as little as 20 minutes twice per week. There’s no need to waste time traveling to and from the gym. Use Kettlebells at your convenience. Or better yet, come to a group class at Orlando Kettlebells and share the fun. Get more info about our Kettlebell training classes.
Why Strength Training for Women Works:
Ladies you’ve been lied to. If you “pick up heavy things and put them down,” you will NOT look like a man. You will NOT get big and bulky. However, you WILL burn more calories at rest. You WILL tighten and tone your shape.
Why should women use Kettlebells for weight training?
In order to burn extra calories, you need muscle. Muscle comes from strength. Strength comes from lifting heavy.
Kettlebell exercises benefit the entire body, build strength and enhance cardiovascular health, all while improving flexibility.
Guess what? Lifting heavy weight also gives you permission to throw out the scale. Forget what it says when you look at the number on the scale; instead, think about what your body says when you look at it in a mirror. Strong is lean, Lean is sexy. And sexy is not a number.