Getting Into Shape With Kettlebells

By Mike Sherman


Are you looking to shed a few pounds? Well, odds are that you are, since there are not that many people out there who wouldn't mind if they could discover a method to make their bodies just a little bit better. If that's the case, have you ever looked into kettlebell exercises? Kettlebells are a enjoyable way to get in shape that have started to become very popular of late.

Kettlebells are made in the shape of a cannonball and have a handle on them. They were first used in
Russia, where they are called girya. While they have been around for a long time, they are starting to become popular again.

So, how does a person do kettlebell exercises? It's really very easy. You pick them up and put them down. Not exactly riveting, is it? But, that's the basis for most exercises, when you get right down to it, so this really shouldn't shock you, at least not too much.

But what distinguishes kettlebells from other forms of exercises is its versatility. They can vary greatly in weight, from about 4 to 175 pounds. Don't worry, when you start out, you'll probably start with something on the smaller end. But the true value of kettlebell exercises is that they engage your entire body at once. Whereas regular weights utilize only a small part of your body at one time, swinging kettlebells uses your whole body, allowing a full body workout that gets you to your goals.

The secret is that kettlebells are what are called "ballistic" exercises, which comprises lifting weights with an accelerating motion, instead of lifting weights and putting them down slowly, which is how most strength training exercises are completed. This way, kettlebell exercises cardiovascular, strength and flexibility training all at one time. This way, you can do everything at once, saving you time and getting you the body you're looking for. That's pretty neat.




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