KettleBells

Kettlebells are cannon ball shaped lumps of iron or steel with a handle. In this country they have been popularized as a rapid means of fitness, mobility, and endurance. Very specific protocols have been installed to educate muscle movement, build strength, and rehabilitate or prevent injury. There are many benefit from the primary exercises of kettlebell lifting.

There are several advantages to training with kettlebells.
– You learn good lifting mechanics for every day tasks.
– Weaknesses and inflexibilities are rapidly targeted and corrected.
– Lifting in this style prioritizes the often neglected posterior chain muscles.
– Flexibility and cardiovascular endurance are a byproduct without direct focus.
– It enforces strength as a technique or skill.

There are many ways to use a kettlebell. Bad form means injury. There are many very interesting guidelines regarding alignment, gripping, posture and specific drills teach you the safest and most effective way to train and lift.

By all means, seek the best instruction available. With the advent of the internet most average citizens can be sensational. However, training and teaching history are a matter of record. Do a little research before you pick a workshop or instructor. The “Fit Body” program taught at FightClub offers KB training as part of the training routine. The instruction and guidance is exception. What are you waiting for?

Emmanuel