Kettlebells anyone?

  • After researching for a while last summer, I finally bought myself a 20lb bell. Now, I'm feeling a little bored with it & just want maybe a 20 minute routine that I can get into the habit of doing a few days per week.

    I go to the gym daily & use weights there, so the bell is sitting unused a lot.

    I figured I could start doing some ab work with it, I've done 1 leg hamstring bends, snatches, cleans, presses, triangle pose, and the turkish getup (I could only do 2x on each side!). Other than that, I haven't explored much with it.

    So, what exercises are you doing with yours? I need some variation!


  • You might want to check out the DVD and books on http://www.dragondoor.com/
  • Have you looked at the kettlebell sticky?
    http://www.3fatchicks.com/forum/weig...ttlebells.html

    Here is a good link on kettlebell workouts:
    http://www.squidoo.com/best-kettlebell-workouts

    I have a couple DVDs that are pretty decent, the kettlebell Goddess workout is simple and a bit hokey but effective. I really like the Art of Strength DVDs as well:
    http://www.artofstrength.com/
  • I'm also a fan on Yoana Snideman and Lauren brooks, google them too!
  • Thanks! I must have scanned the stickys too quick, that's a good resource for getting the dust off my bell .

    I think I've seen a few Lauren Brooks you tube videos, she's awesome! One day, I hope to do the pistol (and not crack my knees )
  • For a look at some truly amazing kettlebell videos, search for Steve Cotter on youtube. As someone else said, I don't think he is human!

    Mel
  • I have not additional work outs to add. I just started the kettlebell a few weeks ago (25#) and am seeing a difference already....although the scale isnt moving.
  • I would really like to try kettlebells. The person in charge of my gym (which is a company gym) said that kettlebells are on her "2010 wish list". I really hope we get a set.
  • My gym only has 1kb, and it's HEAVY! I think it's maybe 35lbs or something! I was scared to even squat with it .