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Post by dragontattoo on Jun 22, 2012 3:54:58 GMT -5
OSU
I'd like to get into the kettle bell workout regime...but I don't know anyone in person who's into this so perhaps somebody in here can give a pointer on how to get started?
I'm a petite gal looking to tone as well as improve strength, speed and endurance.
If I should buy a 'beginner's kit' which weights should I look for (think THIN arms)
I've been recommended the book 'enter the kettle bell' by Pavel - any objections or better suggestions?
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Post by senshido on Jun 22, 2012 4:05:23 GMT -5
Gary should be able to point you in the right direction, I'm afraid I have never used them myself
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Post by meguro on Jun 22, 2012 9:49:25 GMT -5
The standard starter weight for women is 8 kg, dragontattoo. My wife and daughters use this weight. You can get lighter kb's, but with diligence you'll outgrow them very quickly.
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Testing the waters. Thanks for the forum MMX!
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Post by curlbroscience on Jun 22, 2012 10:04:10 GMT -5
Enter the Kettlebell is an excellent introduction to that lifestyle.
Easy to follow program that can be modified to fit any individual at a particular fitness level.
Best of luck in your training 'Comrade'.
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Post by MMX on Jun 22, 2012 11:26:01 GMT -5
I also would recommend Enter the Kettlebell. www.dragondoor.com/b33/Take your time. Its not a race. Get an 8kg or even 12kg to start. Don't get any lighter. Remember that the KB is a full body exercise. It is designed to be used with many muscle groups. Follow the break in plan and then the "Program Minimum" That includes the Turkish Get Up which will build your core and pressing strength and the Swing which is the center of all KB exercises. The Swing will build your posterior chain and make your kicks powerful. Also check your area for any KB classes or instructors for help. |
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Post by dragontattoo on Jun 22, 2012 15:39:40 GMT -5
Thanks a lot everybody! I was thinking more like a 2 or 4 kg KB *lol* but I'll look into the 8 and 12 kg instead then  I've ordered the book and is now a 'comrade in spe'  OSU! |
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Post by MMX on Jun 22, 2012 16:12:03 GMT -5
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Post by Deleted on Jun 22, 2012 20:56:19 GMT -5
Enter the Kettlebell is a fantastic place to start.
You will see that the 8kg will quickly become a manageable weight with effort.
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Post by ibuki on Jun 23, 2012 4:12:15 GMT -5
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Post by GJEC on Jun 27, 2012 6:41:23 GMT -5
I must admit I don't like all the "comrade" stuff in ETK and suchlike, but the exercises and routines do work for anyone who can just grind it out and doesn't need a lot of variety.
Trusting in our own strength is an essential part of the competitor / fighter mentality, so I much prefer sticking to solid dependable stuff, in the dojo or the gym.
ETK delivers that, no doubt. You feel your power increasing if you stick to the recommendations and resist the urge to add in flim-flam. I've recommended it to several (non martial) friends - some desperately unfit - and they all feel better for it.
Gary
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Post by MMX on Jul 3, 2012 17:29:00 GMT -5
Another great book I hear is "The Swing" by Tracy Reifkind.
It only covers the Swing but in great detail and with drills to help refine the movement and tons of swing workouts.
If you master the Swing and the TGU the rest is a lot easier to learn.
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Post by Deleted on Jul 4, 2012 5:00:33 GMT -5
The Martial Arts/Kettlebell Connection is a good read too. John Spezzano breaks down a lot of the more common exercises and explains why they would be important to a martial artist and then gives you some sample routines, from beginner to advanced. The routines aren't mega clear unfortunately but the instructional portions are pretty good.
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