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kettlebells yay or nay

  • 30-08-2007 3:27pm
    #1
    justsomebloke
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 10,407 ✭✭✭✭


    Ok, basically I moved into a new apartment a couple of months back and I was thinking that it was time to get some stuff together so that I can do some routines at home or in the green area, weather permitting.

    So the problem is that I don't enough space to put a rack in, actually I don't have space for an Oly bar full stop. So I got some oly dumbell handles off Mickk and over the next while I am probably going to get plates (probably 155KG of assorted plates) so that I am pretty much covered in doing full body workouts.

    However now that Mickk has started to stock Kettlebells I am wondering is it worth it to maybe get a few kettle bells to add some variety to the mix. so I know there maybe a lot of cross over between in the exercise that I could do with both but even though I have only used kettle bells the odd time I do quite enjoy using them, So initially I am thinking of probably 2x24kg bells and then maybe add a 32kg after that. I would prefer to have 2 of the same weight initially do get the most out of having them as there is quite a few things that I would like to do that you need the 2.

    So what say you, beneficial or that I would just be a bloke with a bit too much disposable income


Comments

  • #2
    nesf
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 27,644 ✭✭✭✭nesf


    Are the loss of barbell exercises a serious issue workout wise?


  • #3
    Dragan
    Closed Accounts Posts: 13,497 ✭✭✭✭Dragan


    Get the KB's.

    They are awesome.


  • #4
    justsomebloke
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 10,407 ✭✭✭✭justsomebloke


    nesf wrote:
    Are the loss of barbell exercises a serious issue workout wise?

    nah not really, just means I can't heavy squat, but that would be more to do with the lack of a rack. I will still be going to the gym as well so this is just supplementary work (or I'm to lazy to go to the gym work;) ), so generally I would do a lot more unilaterl work anyway.

    That and once I can do dumbell thrusters I am happy camper (however I reallllllllyyyyyyyyyyyy want to try them with kettlebells)


  • #5
    amazingemmet
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 4,057 ✭✭✭amazingemmet


    If you got the space and can afford them go for it. Though be careful as too much use of kettlebells can impart a russian accent on some people.

    Just remember they're a tool not a way of life as some people make them out to be


  • #6
    Boru.
    Closed Accounts Posts: 775 ✭✭✭Boru.


    Get em.I have all Pavels Dvd's and books on Kettlebell lifting so I eh can "lend" you them if you get me. :rolleyes:


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