Cardio Kettle

 

Where Do Kettlebells Come From? Originally used as counterweights for Russian farm equipment in the 1700s, kettlebells were quickly adopted as the preferred method of fitness by Russian field workers. Over the years, it spread throughout Russia, and in the 1940s, kettlebell lifting became the country's national sport.

Kettlebells weren't just used for powerlifting in Russia. The entire Russian Olympic team from deadlifters to figure skaters trained with kettle bells to achieve a combination of strength, stability, stamina, and grace. Only in the past few years has the rest of the world started to open their eyes to the efficiency of this one-stop workout.
 

While Hollywood is a far cry from the Russian countryside, a new generation of kettlebell enthusiasts is proving that motion is motion wherever you go. Some of the biggest fans of the kettlebell workout include actresses Jennifer Lopez, Penelope Cruz, Kim Katrell, and Kim Basinger. Fellow actor Matthew McConaughey is proud to show off the results of his kettlebell training and Sylvester Stallone even included a kettlebell session in his new movie Rocky Balboa. Athletes from all walks have proven the benefits, including Lance Armstrong, Bob Sapp, and the legend, Bruce Lee.

Why do Kettle Bells Work? Most strength routines combine the use of free weights and machines, and very few of them incorporate aerobic fitness. Any strength training will help you to look and feel better, but when you get right down to it, how much is either of those helping you to gain strength or stamina in the real world?.