Anyone had any experience of doing Kettlebell programmes? I'm seriously considering it. From what i've read so far it sounds great, but I'm looking for real life experiences.
Thanks in advance.
I do Kettleworx and so far seeing results, it's hard work though, and the set is quite expensive but there are other kettlebell workout DVDs for a fraction of the cost.
they are definitely not a fad and a suitable alternative to traditional weights to give a good balanced workout that includes resistance training and cardio.
OP - check your local gyms, schools, internet, etc to see if there are any classes nearby that you can attend for a couple of weeks to get an idea of how to use them safely. There are loads of tutorials on youtube, etc but I do advise for the initial period to get some training from a person rather then online.
they are definitely not a fad and a suitable alternative to traditional weights to give a good balanced workout that includes resistance training and cardio.
OP - check your local gyms, schools, internet, etc to see if there are any classes nearby that you can attend for a couple of weeks to get an idea of how to use them safely. There are loads of tutorials on youtube, etc but I do advise for the initial period to get some training from a person rather then online.
BIB! Agreed it can be an excellent and effective workout, but it is important to use the correct technique.
they are definitely not a fad and a suitable alternative to traditional weights to give a good balanced workout that includes resistance training and cardio.
There is no way you can get a proper all-over workout with kettlebells.
They may be some use for cardio/core strength training but you cannot properly target muscle groups with them.
I can say with some confidence that nobody will be talking about them in 5 years and they will be gathering dust under beds all over the country.
Thanks for the responses guys.
I used to be a member at Virgin and wish I would have attended one of the classes.
I've recently seen a vibrating KB which incorporates vibration training. I've used PowerPlate in the past.
I've been looking at the Kelltleworx DVD sets but they are a bit pricy. I agree though from what i've read it seems the worst thing you can do it guess/go into it blindly as you can do more harm than good.
Thanks again
There is no way you can get a proper all-over workout with kettlebells.
They may be some use for cardio/core strength training but you cannot properly target muscle groups with them.
I can say with some confidence that nobody will be talking about them in 5 years and they will be gathering dust under beds all over the country.
I'm no expert, I have only done a couple of kettle bell classes and they were definitely extremely difficult and kettlebells are widely used in MMA gyms globally for the all overwork you can get. Check online, there are plenty of exercises targeting every major muscle group you can think off.
There is no way you can get a proper all-over workout with kettlebells.
They may be some use for cardio/core strength training but you cannot properly target muscle groups with them.
I can say with some confidence that nobody will be talking about them in 5 years and they will be gathering dust under beds all over the country.
The kettle ball has been used for over 300 years. I myself have been actively been involved in sport both in a competitive and coaching nature over the last 25 years. I have been involved with athletes competing upto National Level. I can say with some confidence it will still be used and spoken about in 5 years time, but will also agree some people may store theirs under the bed just as they may have a bicycle gathering dust in the garage.
There is a DVD set for men and women. I find they're good for strength and have helped me to build up a sore shoulder (I have RSI from sitting a Mac all my life). It's also very quick to work.
The kettle ball has been used for over 300 years. I myself have been actively been involved in sport both in a competitive and coaching nature over the last 25 years. I have been involved with athletes competing upto National Level. I can say with some confidence it will still be used and spoken about in 5 years time, but will also agree some people may store theirs under the bed just as they may have a bicycle gathering dust in the garage.
I've been weight training for a similar length of time you have been involved in sport, been to countless gyms and can honestly say I have only really seen them used over the past year or two.
Perhaps I have simply completely overlooked them, but to me there seems to be a bit of a "craze" about them recently, and i've seen numerous pieces of equipment come and go over the years. But the barbell and dumbbell cannot be surpassed imo.
I love kettlebells and I am a complete gym phobic..
a note to Dangerous Dave
And Dave this is why the the latest fads and crazes are brilliant. They motivate people who are getting a little bored or stagnated in their training, but more importantly you find people who have never previous taken part in sport/ fitness/physical activity having a go and taking part - and that's what it's all about.
In fact all these so called new crazes and fads are not new, they are exercises and training methods that have been used by sportsmeng and athletes,for years. It's pure marketing to generate interest and sell physical activity in an appealing enjoyable way.
One last quick puzzler,
Effectively a dumbbell /barbell and a kettle ball are hand weights, you can perform the same/similar exercises with them, so I don't understand how a kettle ball does not give the same results or how you say you cannot target muscle groups with it?
As for cardio and core strength value surely all 3 would be off similar value if performed with correct technique?
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Get some weights, dumbbells and a barbell.
they are definitely not a fad and a suitable alternative to traditional weights to give a good balanced workout that includes resistance training and cardio.
OP - check your local gyms, schools, internet, etc to see if there are any classes nearby that you can attend for a couple of weeks to get an idea of how to use them safely. There are loads of tutorials on youtube, etc but I do advise for the initial period to get some training from a person rather then online.
Athletes have used kettle balls for use.
BIB! Agreed it can be an excellent and effective workout, but it is important to use the correct technique.
There is no way you can get a proper all-over workout with kettlebells.
They may be some use for cardio/core strength training but you cannot properly target muscle groups with them.
I can say with some confidence that nobody will be talking about them in 5 years and they will be gathering dust under beds all over the country.
I used to be a member at Virgin and wish I would have attended one of the classes.
I've recently seen a vibrating KB which incorporates vibration training. I've used PowerPlate in the past.
I've been looking at the Kelltleworx DVD sets but they are a bit pricy. I agree though from what i've read it seems the worst thing you can do it guess/go into it blindly as you can do more harm than good.
Thanks again
I'm no expert, I have only done a couple of kettle bell classes and they were definitely extremely difficult and kettlebells are widely used in MMA gyms globally for the all overwork you can get. Check online, there are plenty of exercises targeting every major muscle group you can think off.
The kettle ball has been used for over 300 years. I myself have been actively been involved in sport both in a competitive and coaching nature over the last 25 years. I have been involved with athletes competing upto National Level. I can say with some confidence it will still be used and spoken about in 5 years time, but will also agree some people may store theirs under the bed just as they may have a bicycle gathering dust in the garage.
http://www.amazon.co.uk/Kettlercise-Just-Women-Set-DVD/dp/B0052K7IDA/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1330373951&sr=8-4
There is a DVD set for men and women. I find they're good for strength and have helped me to build up a sore shoulder (I have RSI from sitting a Mac all my life). It's also very quick to work.
I've been weight training for a similar length of time you have been involved in sport, been to countless gyms and can honestly say I have only really seen them used over the past year or two.
Perhaps I have simply completely overlooked them, but to me there seems to be a bit of a "craze" about them recently, and i've seen numerous pieces of equipment come and go over the years. But the barbell and dumbbell cannot be surpassed imo.
a note to Dangerous Dave
And Dave this is why the the latest fads and crazes are brilliant. They motivate people who are getting a little bored or stagnated in their training, but more importantly you find people who have never previous taken part in sport/ fitness/physical activity having a go and taking part - and that's what it's all about.
In fact all these so called new crazes and fads are not new, they are exercises and training methods that have been used by sportsmeng and athletes,for years. It's pure marketing to generate interest and sell physical activity in an appealing enjoyable way.
One last quick puzzler,
Effectively a dumbbell /barbell and a kettle ball are hand weights, you can perform the same/similar exercises with them, so I don't understand how a kettle ball does not give the same results or how you say you cannot target muscle groups with it?
As for cardio and core strength value surely all 3 would be off similar value if performed with correct technique?
I look forward to your veiws:)