Why Kettlebells are King for burning calories Theres a reason why so many people love kettlebell training—after all, who doesnt want a total-body resistance and cardio workout that only takes half an hour to 45 mins? And even more surprising, an American Council on Exercise (ACE) study found that the average person can burn 400 calories in just 20 minutes with a kettlebell. Thats an amazing 20 calories a minute, or the equivalent of running a six-minute mile! What makes the workout so effective, especially when compared with traditional weights like barbells or dumbbells? Youre moving in different planes of movement, Instead of just going up and down, youre going to move side to side and in and out, so its much more functional. Its like you move in real life; kettlebells simulate that movement, unlike a dumbbell. As a result, you end up using more of your stabilizer muscles than in traditional weight training, which translates into an increased calorie burn and a killer workout for your core. All this makes kettlebell training not only great for weight loss but also for improving fitness level; an ACE study found that eight weeks of kettlebell training two times a week improved aerobic capacity by almost 14 percent and abdominal strength by 70 percent in the participants. Youre recruiting so many more muscles than you would with traditional training. If youre ready to jump on the kettlebell train, dont just grab a weight and start swinging. Proper form is essential for ensuring you stay injury-free when performing kettlebell exercises. Start with light kettlebells and go to some Kettlebell classes in the gym to ensure you get proper instruction on correct form and technique.
Posted on: Tue, 11 Mar 2014 11:12:04 +0000