3 Reasons You Should Swing Kettlebells
Kettlebell training can benefit every athlete. Even if you
are already strength training with free weights or machines, you can reap the
benefits of Kettlebell Training.
- It can jump-kick your metabolism. Most standard strength training exercises are based on controlling your resistance through a range of motion. Kettlebell training utilizes power, a bit of momentum, and control. This sometimes-aerobic and sometimes-anaerobic activity gets your heart pumping and your fat-burning furnace kicking into overdrive. Adding strength while burning fat creates a leaner physique.
- Activate your backside! Literally, kettlebell swings stimulate the “posterior chain” muscles – your back, butt, and legs. Strengthening these muscles balances your body and affords you stronger hip extension, which translates to better posture, as well as jumping, walking, and running.
- Strengthen your core. Your core is basically everything that isn’t head, arms, or legs, and having a strong midsection is more than just six-pack abs. A strong torso means stronger shoulders (helping counteract “computer posture” and a slouched appearance), and a more comfortable back and hips. The good abs are just a bonus!
Now that you know, how can you incorporate this into your
life? One good way is to sign up for TRX + Kettlebells. This total body
strengthening and metabolizing workout takes you through the fundamentals of
kettlebells and suspension training, giving you both the motivation and tools
to add productivity to your workouts.
The next session of TRX + Kettlebells starts February 1 at
the Bo Jackson. Classes are MW at 4:15, and $115 will get you 10 sessions of
workout and instruction to get you started and keep you motivated. Sign up now
on Spectrum or contact Tamera Clifton for more information.
