How heavy should my kettlebell be?

To lay a solid body foundation and muscle stability, you must select the best kettlebell size to give you the best results. Thus, to attain agility, the recommended kettlebell sizes are: Kettlebells between 9lbs (4kg) and 26lbs (12kg) for women. Kettlebells between 18lbs (8kg) and 44lbs (20kg) for men.

Is a 25 lb kettlebell too light?

If you’re more advanced, you can go even higher: Boyce says a 25-pound kettlebell is a pretty standard weight for most people. Try doing a kettlebell swing—a great exercise for beginners—and see if you can do the move with proper form. You can always go up or down a weight size.

Do squats with kettlebells work?

2. Kettlebell Squat. This move is a great exercise for toning the glutes, and while you can use a dumbbell to execute the move, using a kettlebell will work more muscles and help challenge your balance. Keeping your chest lifted, squat until your thighs are parallel to the ground.

What can I use instead of a kettlebell?

Kettlebell Swing Alternatives: 7 Exercises

• Dumbbell Swing.
• Banded Pull Through.
• Hip Thrust.
• Romanian Deadlift.
• Goodmorning.
• Sumo Deadlift.
• Broad Jumps.

How do I know if my kettlebells are too heavy?

A kettlebell is too heavy for us if we cannot perform at least 5 repetitions of stronger movements like the squat, deadlift, and the 2 arm kettlebell swing. If we cannot use a kettlebell for foundational movements, we will not be able to use it for more complex movements like the snatch, clean, or jerk.

Are kettlebells cardio or strength?

Kettlebells can provide a great cardio and strength training workout. The movements involve the entire body and work on areas such as balance, coordination, and power development in ways you won’t get with dumbbells or a barbell. Have fun with these dynamic exercises.