GORILLA SPORTS® Kettlebell - 2kg, 3kg, 4kg, 5kg, 6kg, 8kg, 10kg, 12kg, 14kg, 16kg, 18kg, 20kg, Single or Set, Plastic Coating - Kettle Bell Weights, Strength Training, Bodybuilding

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We meant it when we said hand weights are versatile. ‘They can be used for an entire workout, as part of warm up sets and accessory movements,’ says Saima. ‘All lifts can be performed with hand weights, from compound exercises such as bench press and deadlifts to accessory movements such as tricep extensions and single arm rows.’ Told ya so. Are hand weights effective? Hand weight sets include various sizes and weights. A set of dumbbell hand weights, for example, might include a 2kg, a 5kg, and a 10kg dumbbell. What are the benefits of hand weights? Saima adds that hand weights are also useful for newbies who might find gym machines or barbells intimidating (or just downright confusing). How heavy should my hand weights be? Weighing in at 0.5kg, the Kettle Gryp can hold weights up to 25kg – more than any of the true adjustable kettlebells available today. Not only that, but thanks to its light weight it is also highly portable so it can easily be taken with you if you are staying at a hotel and don’t want to miss out on your kettle workout. Hand weights are a solid choice for both beginner and experienced lifters. ‘If you’re just starting out, you can challenge yourself by upping your load as you progress through your training,’ Saima tells WH. The same applies to seasoned weightlifters – you’re free to choose lighter loads on recovery days, or pile on the pounds (50kg hand weights aren’t uncommon) when you want to push yourself.

There are so many kinds of hand weights, so it’s hardly surprising that an average of 8,100 of you search for info on them every month. Have a gander at the main types below, as shared by PT and Foundry Fit coach Saima Husain: Our M en’s Health Lab experts set out on a mission to find the best adjustable kettlebells on the market.

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Any length of exercise is better than not doing any exercise at all, so from this perspective, a 20-minute kettlebell workout is plenty long enough. If you're short on time, you can always try circuit and/or metcon workouts. The best kettlebell workout we've seen so far can be done in 10 minutes, and even harder workouts, the ones you're likely to perform if you tried the 10,000 swings kettlebell challenge, won't last longer than 30 minutes. Grip: It’s crucial to have a firm grip on your ‘bell – it shouldn’t be sliding around or moving in your hand.

Yes, so long as you know how to use them correctly. Here, Schlee and Haylene Ryan Causer, founder of Volonte Energy Studio, share their top tips to ensure your form is on point. They sourced ten weights from leading brands and put them through some spicy sessions. They tried out a variety of moves, from KB swings and goblet squats to bicep curls and Turkish get-ups, before awarding each model a score for its design, ease of use and overall performance. Anyone looking for an adjustable model that feels like a true kettlebell and can work with weights of 8kg, 10kg, 12kg, 14kg and 16kgs will find the Klar Fit to be a top choice.The Bowflex SelectTech 840 Kettlebell is especially suited for two-handed exercises, like the kettlebell swing, but you can also easily use it for single-leg deadlifts too. Some might feel a bit less inclined to use the Bowflex SelectTech 840 Kettlebell for overhead exercises due to the bottom of the being open – exposing the weight plates inside – you can doctor this by holding the handle firmly and pointing it away from you as you move the kettlebell. If you predominantly work out at the gym then the chances are you won’t need kettlebells at home, but for those that prefer a home-based workout then investing in an adjustable kettlebell is perhaps one of the best things you can do. Wondering why you should invest in an adjustable kettlebell over a fixed weight design? We’re glad you asked. Here are some of the benefits. Looking to get in a killer workout from the comfort of your own home? It’s time to add the humble kettlebell to your home gym arsenal. The Apex is similar to the Gorilla in build quality and features and was another of our favourites that had to make the list. The Apex includes 4 removable weight discs all of which are cast iron coated. The kettlebell itself is fairly heavy with just over 9kg of weight on it and as such anyone looking for a lighter weight in their kettlebell might be better served to choose one of the other options listed. The max weight here is 18kg although you can buy additional 5kg plates if you want to take the weight up as high as 29kg – although that is probably a little excessive for most.

Those venturing out into the world of kettlebells for the first time should go easy on the weight, as the gruelling sessions will prove impossible if you can't lift the bloody thing above your head. That said, opting for a puny 2kg kettlebell could mean you're not facing enough resistance to thoroughly challenge the muscle. If you can, head to a gym or local fitness store and try out a few weights until one feels right.As in the case with most one-size-fits-all solutions, the Bowflex SelectTech 840 Kettlebell is trying to appeal to all whilst failing to please the individuals; it is definitely more space-saving than having six different kettlebells laying around in your one-bed flat, but it is also rather bulky, making it a bit less convenient to work out with doing one-handed moves. There’s a lot of crossover between hand weight benefits and the benefits of strength training. According to Saima, these are the most significant advantages that come from training with hand weights: If you opt for a fixed-weight kettlebell, you’re going to be limited in the moves you can perform. 'Adjustable kettlebells allow you to be much more specific with the weights you use for different exercises,' says Santos. Need a lighter weight for your Turkish get-up? No dramas. Want to go heavy on your deadlifts, squats and swings? Done. It's all possible with an adjustable ‘bell. Cheaper in the long run