Oh, the Kettlebell, how I love thee…You are so versatile, sexy, and exciting to use.  And, there’s always just a little bit of “I hope I don’t throw it thru the window or hit a bike, LOL!

And, the excitement never ends with a kettlebell.

Just one piece of equipment can do so many things…

Here are some great ways to use that one piece of equipment: {Dumbbells can be used the same way or even a medicine ball if that’s all you have.}

TABATA Workout:

Create a list of 4-5 exercises and decide on the number of rounds to complete, for example, Sit-ups, Push-ups, Squats and Kettlebell Swings. Do each exercise for a total of 20 seconds with 10 seconds of rest for 8 rounds. You might need a timer or stopwatch that can beep at you when it’s time to move and rest, but, other than that, you can get a great workout just like that.

INTERVAL WORK:

Swing that kettlebell for 1 minute, then take a 30 second rest. Complete 3 rounds and see how you feel!

COMPLETE A BRICK:

If you have access to multiple sizes of kettlebells, then, try 21 at your heaviest weight, then, lighten your load for repetitions of 15 and 9.

TAKE A WALK:

Pick up that kettlebell and take a walk. Go 20 steps and switch hands. If you have two carry one in each hand and switch sides halfway through.

DESIGN YOUR OWN BOOTCAMP:

Go for 50!

50 Swings

50 Sit-ups

50 Push-ups

and sprint!

Here is a great demonstration of the kettlebell swing.

Comments and suggestions are welcome!