In the interest of looking at something different, I thought
I’d take a look at kettle bell workouts today. Why? They look ‘interesting’,
and by that I mean different and challenging. Not challenging in a ‘wow that is
impossible’ but challenging as in ‘oh I really felt that!’
Any time we work our muscles in a way that is different to
what they’re used to, we’re challenging them to adapt. Our bodies are
beautifully clever things that love nothing more than to adjust, to grow, to
rise to the challenge. We just need to set that challenge. If you’re not
already working with kettle bells, this workout is just the challenge for you.
So, the most important question then is, what is a kettle
bell?
The use of a kettle bell is great for strengthening the legs,
lower back, core and shoulders. It’s a great toning exercise, and given you’re
moving a lot of muscle groups at once, you should notice your heart rate
increase, so you’re getting a little cardio too. Watch out if you have lower
back or shoulder problems, I’d probably avoid using kettle bells, or see a
qualified trainer to give you a hand.
The key to a kettle bell workout is to make sure you’re
contracting your abs and core to protect your back, and to do the moves slow
and controlled. Anyone can lift a light kettle bell and let gravity to the work
on the way back down. The gain is in fighting the gravity!
A great kettle bell workout can be found at Women’s Health
Magazine, http://www.womenshealthmag.com/fitness/kettlebell-workout
If you love the idea of using Kettle Bells or you’re after a
bit more, take a look at Bodybuilding.com’s article on Kettle Bells.
Let me know how you like the workouts.
Chris
http://www.womenshealthmag.com/fitness/kettlebell-workout
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