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Kettlebells 101

Kettlebells are a weighted cannon ball with a handle that delivers an all in one strength and cardio workout. Kettlebells work the entire body with each movement. Exercise converts use them as the latest fitness tool to achieve the core, functional strength and fat burning that has eluded them in other workout programs. A typical 45 minute kettlebell workout can burn up to 1200 calories.

Kettlebell workouts strengthen the body as a whole unit by using multiple muscle groups in each exercise. Foundation kettlebell exercises like the swing, clean, and press, engage the legs, butt, hips, abdominals, back and arms.

Most people who use the kettlebell are sick of the traditional gym's same old boring workouts that don't produce results. Others use kettlebell program because of prior injuries that prevent them from participating in traditional weight-lifting. Those who prefer to workout at home can benefit from kettlebells and have a complete home gym.

Using cast iron weights ranging from nine to 88 pounds, kettlebells workouts deliver fast results - in about half the time of a traditional weight-lifting regimen while using about a quarter of the weight requirements. A 45- minute session can burn up to 1200 calories. Kettlebell exercise routines are for males and females of all ages, focusing on building functional strength by conditioning muscles that are used in everyday activities while delivering a complete cardio workout. The result is increased stamina and strength without the bulky muscles typical of traditional weight lifting.

Women typically begin with a 10 pound kettlebell and men start with a 20 pound kettlebell. Movements use your whole body to move the weight, so in relation to your body weight the beginning weights are not as heavy as they sound.Most people who try the workout get addicted to it. I know I have. Nothing you do in the gym even comes close to the high-octane cardio and strength workouts kettlebells deliver.

If you are looking for a great Workout try Ryan Shanahan's Kettlebell Workout DVD at http://www.energyflow.tv/store/index.html#anchor

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