The kettlebell is a cast-iron ball with a single handle attached to the top. A kettlebell can help improve your balance, coordination and flexibility while at the same time helping you build core strength. Here are some great exercises to get you started with the kettlebell. Don’t want to try these for the first time on your own, no problem our trained instructors at Adventure Fitness Athletic Club in Thornton, Colorado can help you. If you live in the Thornton, Northglenn, Westminster, Broomfield, Henderson, Brighton, Lafayette, Louisville, or throughout the Denver Metro area in Colorado, stop by 12301 Grant St. #210 Thornton, CO 80241 and we’ll help you get started.
Kettlebell Swing
Workout Instructions: Standing with your feet about shoulders width apart, grab the kettlebell at the top with both hands. Slightly bend at the knees. Pivot forward at the hips and swing the kettlebell between your legs. Then drive your hips forward to swing the kettlebell to chest height and back between your legs while maintaining the swinging motion.
Great For: Legs, Glutes, and back
One- Armed Kettlebell Swing
Workout Instructions: With one arm at a time, perform just like the two- handed swing. You can still swing the other arm to help you maintain the thrust. As you continue to swing you can alternate your hands.
Great For: Shoulders, Legs, Glutes, and Back
Deadlifts
Workout Instructions: Standing with your feet about hip-width apart with your knees slightly bent. Squat down and grab the kettlebell with both hands while keeping your back flat. Keep your core tight and arms extended as you lift the kettlebell back to your starting position.
Great For: Glutes and Legs
Squats
Workout Instructions: Stand with your feet about shoulder-width apart holding the kettlebell with both hands in front of the chest. Keep your elbows close to the body as you bend at the knees and hips in a sitting motion until your thighs are parallel to the ground. Return to standing by driving your heels into the ground and repeat.
Great For: Glutes, Quads, and Hamstring
Kettlebells are a great way to change up your usual routine, but before you get swinging, it’s always a great idea to get a trainer to help you with proper form. Having a trainer assist you with these exercises will help make sure your workout is fun and safe. Let us help you make sure you are doing your kettlebell workouts safely, come by Adventure Fitness Athletic Club in Thornton, Colorado and one our trained staff members can help you. Want more? We have classes too, check out our great class selection at adventurefitness.club.