The Mighty Kettlebell Workout

Posted at 11:15 on Aug 18, 2010 by Muscle Blog

After a long flirtation with all things gimmicky, it seems that fitness is going back to its roots, with many gym junkies rediscovering the potential of equipment that had been consigned to the historical dustbin.

A great example is the kettlebell, which dates back to early 18th-century Russia, where it was an indispensable training tool for any strongman.

Essentially a cast-iron weight ranging anywhere from 20 to 100 pounds that resembles a cannonball with a handle, kettlebells are a great way to build strength, balance, flexibility and endurance quickly.

If you want to harness the fitness-boosting power of the mighty kettlebell, here’s a great workout to try. Your goal is to complete this workout as fast as you can while maintaining proper form and technique for each exercise. Can you beat Zuzana?

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