Kettlebell Strength Training - Why Do It?
Kettlebell Strength Training - Why Do It?
There's a lot of big promises on the net about kettlebell strength training. Some people think it's the best thing since sliced bread, others think it's just disgusting hype and bull.
Frankly, kettlebell exercise can be really rewarding. It gives you a type of dynamic strength that few other exercises can, and is the best tool I know of for endurance leg training. This article will outline the good and bad points of kettlebell strength training, so you can make the right decision for yourself.
The Good Points...
Explosive, Dynamic Movements: More than just a bench press, kettlebell strength training involves rapid movement that engages the whole body. This trains you in explosive movements and how to use your body as a single unit.
Weird Construction: Kettlebells are made with large handles, giving your grip a particular workout when lifting. It's pretty difficult to hold on when swinging them around!
Also, when holding them from below they lean to one side (since the handle is centered on the top). You have to constantly fight to keep them from falling over and down, and more work for your body is good news, right?;-)
Compact: If you're pressed for space, kettlebells are the best answer I've got. You can put them in the back of the closet, in a corner, or use then as a doorstop.
A barbell, weight palates, and a power rack are all expensive and BIG! If you're in a dorm room (like me) or another place where space is at a premium, kettlebell strength training is great.
Look Darn Cool: OK, who doesn't want to have a iron cannonball with a handle leaned up in the corner of their room? As well as being functional, it's darn cool and rugged looking. Need I say more?
The Bad Points...
They're Expensive: You can't find kettlebells at most gyms. So, you have to buy your own or weld a cannonball to a large handle.
If you have a friend who's interested you guys can pool your money, but it's still an investment. And when you get stronger most kettlebells aren't adjustable, so you have to buy heavier ones. This is one of the biggest drawbacks to kettlebell strength training, though when compared to the cost of a power rack and weight plates it might even out for you.
Hard to Find a Teacher: The best way to learn any physical skill is by learning directly from a competent teacher. As kettlebell exercise becomes more popular, gyms will start offering it more widely, but at the moment it's hard to find a capable instructor in your area.
Of course, you can get a ton of the info online these days. By going slow and reading reliable books and websites you can teach yourself kettlebell exercises and workout routines, which are great alternatives if you don't have an instructor in the area.
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