subject: Swing into Fitness - The Essential Introduction to Kettlebells [print this page] In the realm of strength training, kettlebells hold a very special place. There are many who would vouch for their effectiveness in building strength, adding muscle mass, shaping the body and transforming the way they look and feel altogether. When it comes to resistance training, especially with free weights, the first things we tend to think of are dumbbells and barbells, with their rows of weight discs attached to short or long bars, secured by clips at both the ends. Kettlebells are, unfortunately, something of a rarity.
The fact is, they shouldn't be. You probably won't find them in most modern gyms and even the indoor fitness enthusiast haven't thought of buying them yet. It's a shame because kettlebells, all said and done, are among the finest tools for exercising.
Kettlebells have been for a very long time. However, in spite of their ancient origins, they are still favored by many fitness enthusiasts the world over. Whether you want to lose weight, tone up, improve your fitness or get stronger, kettlebell training can help you achieve your overall fitness goals in a fun, fast and effective way. The results are scientifically proven. The fact is, kettlebells work!
The main advantage that kettlebells have over other weight-based apparatus is the extended center of gravity (or center of mass) intrinsic to their design. In their most typical form, kettlebells look like cannonballs with handles. By grabbing the handle attached to each kettlebell, you are able to not just perform a wide range of resistance based exercises with it, but swing it around to involve a wide group of muscles. Due to the ability of kettlebells to be "swung", the user is forced to use his micro-muscles to balance it, more so than a dumbbell. Moreover, the existence of a handle allows for "release moves" which are not available to a dumbbell.
If you want a break from monotonous trudges on treadmills, or wish to try out something new for your fitness regime, try kettlebells. They are your perfect solution for building strength, getting in shape and looking better.
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Swing into Fitness - The Essential Introduction to Kettlebells
