kettlebells Archives - yourdailysportfix.com yourdailysportfix.com Thu, 11 Aug 2022 11:57:02 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.5.3 https://yourdailysportfix.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/cropped-FAVICON_2-32x32.png kettlebells Archives - yourdailysportfix.com 32 32 3 Reasons to Consider Choosing a Kettlebell Over Dumbbells https://yourdailysportfix.com/3-reasons-to-consider-choosing-a-kettlebell-over-dumbbells/ Sun, 14 Aug 2022 12:12:00 +0000 https://yourdailysportfix.com/?p=20611 Kettlebells and dumbbells are two of the weight training essentials, and picking one over the other comes down to personal preference. Most people go for dumbbells because they’re more familiar and easier to handle, but here are three reasons why working out with a kettlebell might be a better choice. Better Cardio Most people use […]

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Kettlebells and dumbbells are two of the weight training essentials, and picking one over the other comes down to personal preference. Most people go for dumbbells because they’re more familiar and easier to handle, but here are three reasons why working out with a kettlebell might be a better choice.

Better Cardio

Most people use a kettlebell in weight training, but this equipment piece is also good for your cardio. The swinging movements involved in this exercise will get your heart rate up, but you can always try to mimic them while working out with dumbbells if a kettlebell isn’t your thing.

Muscle Activation

Both dumbbells and kettlebells are great at targeting several muscle groups at once, but kettlebells are more effective when it comes to certain areas. They’ll do an amazing job activating all the muscles in the back of your body in a way that dumbbells simply can’t.

More Effective Workout

Dumbbells may be better when it comes to increasing your muscle mass or strength, but working out with a kettlebell will also improve your endurance and lead to a more effective workout. Your weight is less balanced than when you’re working out with dumbbells, so you’ll have to work much harder to stabilize your core.

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Dumbbells, Kettlebells, & Resistance Bands—Which One Should You Use? https://yourdailysportfix.com/dumbbells-kettlebells-resistance-bands-which-one-should-you-use/ Fri, 13 Nov 2020 09:20:00 +0000 https://yourdailysportfix.com/?p=13972 For those of us working out at home, we’ve had to invest in exercise equipment. And while there’s a lot to choose from, every home gym needs dumbbells, kettlebells, or resistance bands. So, which ones should you add to your workout equipment? Dumbbells Dumbbells are a smaller barbell that you can hold in one hand. […]

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For those of us working out at home, we’ve had to invest in exercise equipment. And while there’s a lot to choose from, every home gym needs dumbbells, kettlebells, or resistance bands. So, which ones should you add to your workout equipment?

Dumbbells

Dumbbells are a smaller barbell that you can hold in one hand. For increasing intensity and load, dumbbells can be used for a variety of exercises including curls, rows, squats, and overhead presses.

Kettlebells

To get an intense workout, you just need one kettlebell. With these you can lift and swing, increasing your strength and endurance along the way. When using kettlebells, the weight is distributed to shift the load downward toward the floor faster, making them great for exercises with momentum. Some exercises you can perform with kettlebells are kettlebell swings and single-leg deadlifts.

Resistance Bands

For strength workouts, resistance bands provide tension and they test your range of motion. They’re also great for increasing flexibility and challenging tight muscles. Resistance bands work well with exercises like fire hydrants, seated clamshells, and side-leg lifts. Resistance bands are better than dumbells and kettlebells for those who aren’t as strong and it allows you to work at your own tempo while still completing the full movement.

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Kettlebells and dumbbells are two of the weight training essentials, and picking one over the other comes down to personal preference. Most people go for dumbbells because they’re more familiar and easier to handle, but here are three reasons why working out with a kettlebell might be a better choice.

Better Cardio

Most people use a kettlebell in weight training, but this equipment piece is also good for your cardio. The swinging movements involved in this exercise will get your heart rate up, but you can always try to mimic them while working out with dumbbells if a kettlebell isn’t your thing.

Muscle Activation

Both dumbbells and kettlebells are great at targeting several muscle groups at once, but kettlebells are more effective when it comes to certain areas. They’ll do an amazing job activating all the muscles in the back of your body in a way that dumbbells simply can’t.

More Effective Workout

Dumbbells may be better when it comes to increasing your muscle mass or strength, but working out with a kettlebell will also improve your endurance and lead to a more effective workout. Your weight is less balanced than when you’re working out with dumbbells, so you’ll have to work much harder to stabilize your core.

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Dumbbells, Kettlebells, & Resistance Bands—Which One Should You Use? https://yourdailysportfix.com/dumbbells-kettlebells-resistance-bands-which-one-should-you-use/ Fri, 13 Nov 2020 09:20:00 +0000 https://yourdailysportfix.com/?p=13972 For those of us working out at home, we’ve had to invest in exercise equipment. And while there’s a lot to choose from, every home gym needs dumbbells, kettlebells, or resistance bands. So, which ones should you add to your workout equipment? Dumbbells Dumbbells are a smaller barbell that you can hold in one hand. […]

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For those of us working out at home, we’ve had to invest in exercise equipment. And while there’s a lot to choose from, every home gym needs dumbbells, kettlebells, or resistance bands. So, which ones should you add to your workout equipment?

Dumbbells

Dumbbells are a smaller barbell that you can hold in one hand. For increasing intensity and load, dumbbells can be used for a variety of exercises including curls, rows, squats, and overhead presses.

Kettlebells

To get an intense workout, you just need one kettlebell. With these you can lift and swing, increasing your strength and endurance along the way. When using kettlebells, the weight is distributed to shift the load downward toward the floor faster, making them great for exercises with momentum. Some exercises you can perform with kettlebells are kettlebell swings and single-leg deadlifts.

Resistance Bands

For strength workouts, resistance bands provide tension and they test your range of motion. They’re also great for increasing flexibility and challenging tight muscles. Resistance bands work well with exercises like fire hydrants, seated clamshells, and side-leg lifts. Resistance bands are better than dumbells and kettlebells for those who aren’t as strong and it allows you to work at your own tempo while still completing the full movement.

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