Kettlebells for Women
One woman's kettlebell experience
I ordered Pavel's kettlebell book book the beginning of June. Since the 16kg kettlebell would be too heavy, I made a homemade kettlebell using a canvas bag filled with soft ankle and wrist weights, duct taped it closed and added a handle taken from an elastic band exerciser gizmo I never use. I started out [...]
continue reading...Kettlebell Goddess Workout?
Can a reasonable fit lady, who has never used a kettlebell before, jump right in with the help of the new Andrea Ducane DVD: Kettlebell Goddess? I ask because when I try to show my girlfriend how to use a 16lb kettlebell, she thinks I'm picking on her or not giving enough advice.
continue reading...Working out with kettlebells: 2 weeks and already a difference!
I have had my kettlebell two weeks now and I'm already noticing a difference. My waist seems to be getting smaller and my lats, shoulders and neck are starting to look like they belong on someone different.
continue reading...Kettlebell Training For Women
Many women are laboring under the mistaken notion that kettlebell training is not for them, that it is a male exercise, not suited for the feminine physique. Well, I'm here to tell you, that nothing could be further from the truth than that false assumption. Kettlebells can and do have a dramatic impact on the [...]
continue reading...Are Kettlebells OK For A 57 Year Old Mom?
My mother is 57 years old. She was just diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes. She needs to lose a lot of weight (approximately 20-30 lbs to get her blood sugar to drop, and 60 lbs to be really fit). She has a history of high blood pressure and high cholesterol, but seems to have both decently under control with medication and exercise.
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