Have you ever done a Kettle Bell work out? Oh boy! These things are tough, but in a good make your muscles work way. They look like some sort of Medieval instrument of war, but boy do they help you get a good work out. Needless to say this is what I did for my workout this morning. And, I am a wee bit sore!
Description of Kettle Bell from Wikipedia -
The kettlebell or girya (Russian: ги́ря) is a cast-iron weight (resembling a cannonball with a handle) used to perform ballistic exercises that combine cardiovascular, strength and flexibility training.
Sizes may range from 4 pounds (1.8 kg) to 175 pounds (79 kg). The term Pood is often used to refer to measurements of weight; it is defined as roughly 16 kilograms (35 lb).
Unlike traditional dumbbells, the kettlebell's center of mass is extended beyond the hand, similar to Indian clubs or ishi sashi. This facilitates ballistic and swinging movements.By their nature, typical kettlebell exercises build strength and
endurance, particularly in the lower back, legs, and shoulders, and
increase grip strength.The basic movements, such as the swing, snatch, and the clean and jerk, engage the entire body at once and in a way that mimics real world activities such as shoveling or farm work.
Weew! That sounds pretty hard-core, but really it is a great workout. If you are looking for something new to try - maybe next time try a Kettle Ball workout!
Here is a short video I found on YouTube with a little instruction on how to swing a Kettlebell. Check it out.
Kettlebell Swing Instruction Video
Happy Swinging!
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