Getting Started

Beginning kettlebell workout

This is what I've come up with in an attempt to ease into the program.

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Which kettlebells should I buy?

Does Dragondoor offer 3 sizes of kettlebells for us to progress with or can anyone regardless of strength use all 3 sizes? In other words, if I'm already pretty strong should I just get the 72 pounders or should I get them all?

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What Does A "Kettlebell Physique" Look Like?

I have a question regarding what a person’s body will look like after working out with kettlebells for a while. Someone posted a similar question a few months ago, but I can’t seem to locate it. What would all of you (in your experience) describe a Russian Kettlebell physique as? From training with kettlebells, what [...]

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Are two kettlebells required?

Do some of the kettlebell exercises require two kettlebells of the same weight?

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Are kettlebells really that great?

Can kettlebells really help my running, endurance, and lungs as much as real running?

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Increase muscle size with kettlebells?

I am considering purchasing your Russian Kettlebell Challenge video. I am wondering what, if any, sort hypertrophy effects I can expect from such a program.

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Using dumbells instead of Kettlebells

I don't have the space or the money right now to purchase kettlebells. Can kettle bell workouts be modified to incorporate dumbbells instead?

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Pavel's Techniques At The Gym

Today was the first day that I set foot in a gym in a long time. Despite the fact that I stated that I was throwing some traditional bodybuilding workouts into the mix, I found that I just can't get away from Pavel Tsatsouline's excellent techniques.

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Are Kettlebells Too Expensive?

<img src="http://kettlebelltraining.net/images/kettlebell-set.gif" />I find it funny how people react to the price of a kettlebell. Their eyes usually get wide and their mouth opens a bit, as if to say "Are you kidding?" I think their reaction is due to the fact that they just don't realize what a simple kettlebell can do for one's [...]

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Buying kettlebells: In what order?

How would the comrades suggest one sequence kettlebell purchases, assuming you start with a 16kg kettle bell? In other words, start with a 16, then buy a second 16, then a 24, then a second 24? Or do the comrades think it best to start with a 16, then get a 24, then a second 16.

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"Enter The Kettlebell" – The NEW KB Foundation Book

Pavel has just released both book and DVD versions of his brand new Enter The Kettlebell. This is meant to be an update and replacement of the now classic Russian Kettlebell Challenge, which is now 5 years old. Kettlebell training has exploded in that time and with the advent of certified instructors, much new information [...]

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Rock Hard Kettlebeller vs. Rounded Bodybuilder

Well it's been over two weeks for me hitting the gym, and since I wasn't that terribly out of shape I'm already seeing a big difference in the mirror. As I've mentioned elsewhere, there's a real difference in how your body will change depending on whether you do traditional bodybuilding workouts or kettlebell routines. Now [...]

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Will kettlebell training stunt my growth?

My doctor told me a while ago that I could lift weights as long as I stuck to the 3×15 rep scheme with light weights and didn't powerlift. Will kettlebell training stunt my growth?

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Kettlebells for increasing upper body mass?

My main objective is to build some upper body mass. What type of routine would you recommend for putting some beef on the upper body with kettlebells?

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Kettlebells, Bodybuilding and Physical Appearance

It's probably obvious that different types of workouts lead to different changes in the physical appearance of your body. A marathon runner looks different from a swimmer or a boxer. I thought I would show what the difference is in the final result between working out with kettlebells and a typical bodybuilding approach. Before I [...]

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Ok to start kettlebell training with dumbbells?

I am considering the kettlebell book and/or video. I believe I read that beginners do not need to start with a kettlebell, rather just a dumbbell. Is this true or should I order the kettlebell immediately?

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Beginning With Kettlebells And Confused

I have the Enter the Kettlebell book and DVD and an 18 pound kettlebell and a 26 pound kettlebell. I’m confused. Why are there only 2 exercises in the program minimum?

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Just What Are Kettlebells and How Can They Help Me?

Okay, you maybe heard the term kettlebells bandied about the gym a few times, or perhaps saw or heard an interview where someone very fit blamed it all on kettlebells. So just what are kettlebells, and just how can they help you get in the kind of shape you always wanted? These things go way [...]

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Benefits of kettlebells over dumbbells?

Pavel, I have been doing the routines from your kettlebell video & have been getting outstanding results.

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Amazing Bonus Kettlebell Quick-Start Kit Offer!

I've been talking about kettlebells for a long time and I have to honestly tell you that I've never seen an offer like this come from these guys. Dragon Door was the first to bring kettlebells to the U.S. and is still THE source for kettlebells and related books and DVDs. They've put together a bonus offer that will last ONLY from January 16th through the 18th.Not only can you get up to over $1,000 worth of free bonuses, but they're offering a one year money-back guarantee! Here is some more information:

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