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Since 2005, I've been training with kettlebells, and I have yet to find a better 'hand-held gym' than the kettlebell. Since training with them personally, and also using them as a cornerstone of my former training business, I've discovered that kettlebells help make strength training simple again.

Why so simple? Because you can do the following with them:

1. You can do the 6 fundamental movements of the human body with just one kettlebell: Squat, Lunge, Push, Pull, Bend, & Twist. Front Squats, Tactical Lunges, Push Presses, Renegade Rows, Get-Ups, and Windmills can get your body 'smoked' in a hurry with an ample-sized kettlebell. Of course, there are many more variations of squats, lunges, and so forth, to do with a kettlebell. The lovely part of it is that you can do it all, seamlessly, without going from one machine to another or adjusting another pin, bar, or rack. Simply grab & go...and you are on your way to total body strength.

2. You can Swing the heck out of it, to get tremendous cardio workouts and power development for sports. Wilder variations of swings, like the Figure 8's and Rotational Swings, will have you selling your Ab Glide 2000 XL gadgets at your next rummage sale.

3. A small selection of kettlebells take up small amounts of space. Even my collection of various KB's & kettlebell grip handles can all fit into a trunk in a room for storage. Even added up, its still a lot less than you'd spend on a fancy home gym that you don't have room for.

4. You can always start with a small weight, and simply buy more as you get stronger or want more challenges. Kettlebell training allows you to start small, simple, and you can stay focused that way a lot better. Have you ever bought a machine and got confused with all the pins, settings, racks, and accessories? Save yourself the confusion and enjoy your rest time, instead of trying to fiddle with a seat that is stuck. Use the rest time you get from in-between kettlebell sets to get a drink of water, or simply move around a bit. All you have to do is set the 'bell down when you're done!

Thouands have joined the 'kettlebell revolution' that's sweeping the fitness & sports performance industries. Will you be the next one to join?

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Creator: kettlebell27
Category: Strength Training
Posted: 2/22/2008

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