Date Founded: Jan 1, 2009 Members: 26 BodyGroup Visits:
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Raven433ME
Nov 22, 2009
Kettlebell Workouts
“To use kettlebells, either alone or in combination with conventional weights, to build muscle, reduce bodyfat, and improve conditioning. ”
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GymMouse45
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I bought a kettlebell after reading a magazine article about them and discovered I loved training with it. My gym, however, does not even stock kettlebell ...
More and more people are discovering that kettlebells are a fun, effective way to get into shape and improve their bodies. Our group will offer its members support and information about training with kettlebells.
The goal is to spread the good word about the benefits of kettlebell training and to help each other learn to do it safely and effectively.
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Everyone in the group must be committed to helping the group members learn more about this exciting training tool and how to use it effectively to meet the members' individual goals.
Comments (39)
GymMouse45
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Nov 23, 2009 7:39pm I hope everyone's workouts are going well. I am using my 35 lb bell for conditioning purposes. Doing lots of reps of swings, snatches, cleans, TGUs and squats.
randywv
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Nov 2, 2009 9:15am Thanks :). Working at VWC with 16kg 7 reps now - tough work! I'll do 44 sets later, I'm tired thinking about it!
GymMouse45
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Oct 31, 2009 11:40am Congrats, randy! You are a man among men! :)
randywv
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Oct 26, 2009 12:44pm 28kg pistols - new pr!
randywv
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Oct 9, 2009 4:36am Here's a cool workout: Viking push presses alternated with snatches, 15 seconds work 15 seconds rest. a viking push press is catching the bell impact from lowering a double bell lockout with a slight knee bend, then straightening directly into another push press. Go for 10 minutes or so to add some cardio with dual kb's to a workout or as a light workout on it's own.
randywv
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Sep 29, 2009 1:48pm Hi everyone! I've been doing the rite of passage workout (presses, pullups, swings, snatches) from enter the kettlebell, and it rocks! I also signed up for the dragon door RKC training next may - I'm seriously pumped about it!
GymMouse45
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Sep 22, 2009 7:10pm A week of steady rains rained out my park workouts, so I am back in the gym. Alternating free weight workouts with kettlebell workouts for three days a week and cardio on three alternate days. Kettlebell workouts are mostly the traditional stuff: swings, snatches, cleans, and TGUs. Sorry I haven't been around much lately but I am working long hours during the downturn (the best problem to have).
GymMouse45
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Aug 3, 2009 8:10pm I am taking advantage of the warm weather to work out in the park. Using TRX straps, 16kg kettlebell, and sprints around a short track. Feels great to be out of the gym but still working out! I hope everyone's training is going well.
BennyO
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Jul 24, 2009 11:19am I started with a 16 kg KB, which was heavy at first, but adapted to it quickly. I feel I should have started with a 20 kg.
GymMouse45
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Jul 22, 2009 6:45pm Hi Reaper! Most authorities recommend a starting weight for a man of average strength around 16kg or 35 pounds. I started with a 20lb bell I bought at Target which allowed me to safely learn the movements before trading up to a heavier bell. If you know someone with a kettlebell, you could try it out before you decide. if you don't know anyone, you can do some kettlebell movements like swings with a dumbbell to get a feel for how much weight you might need.
