Lifting with kettle bells is new for me, I normally get nervous when I have any movement where the kettle bell flips over and hits my forearm and wrist. I felt more confident with the guards, the kettle bells bounced right off of them and they were really comfortable. I even had more stabilization in my wrists using them. They are soft and machine washable, these are something I highly recommend for anyone who lifts using kettle bells.
We did a little video, I know my form is not perfect but you can see how the guards protect my wrists. Also I never look at my husband when he is training me, I focus on one spot and keep my focus there. You don't know how annoyed I get when he at times moves right in front of my focal point, it completely throws me off ;)
I am thoroughly enjoying the change lifting with kettle bells. My body feels an entirely different type of sore after these workouts and the fast pace really keeps my heart rate up. I can't wait to see the different changes that adding these workouts in will bring to my body as I prepare for my competition!
I think those are a great idea! I didn't even know they existed. I sometimes hesitate to use kettle bells with a client (especially more fragile ones) for that reason.
ReplyDeleteI was thrilled when I saw these, the truly do make a big difference!
DeleteThe first time I used kettlebells in a workout, I was so afraid of dropping it and/or hurting myself! Nice to know there are guards you can use!
ReplyDeleteMe too! They have been a little awkward for me but I am getting used to them :)
DeleteI haven't been using Kettle bells long. My trainer at the gym has me do exercises with them. I feel like they are easier to do things like squats with them than say dumb bells.
ReplyDeleteI do like using them for goblet squats, I feel like they are easier to hold.
DeleteI love kettle bell workouts, but I've never heard of these guards. They'd definitely come in handy. Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteI love kettle bell workouts! I love using them at the gym and am actually thinking about adding them to my Christmas wish list so that I can workout with them at home as well.
ReplyDeleteI am loving working with them more and more, they are so versatile!
DeleteMy coach has me do a lot of kettlebell workouts. I doubt she'd let me use these guards, since she won't let me use gloves when I lift. I think I"d like these tho!
ReplyDeleteI bet you would like them, they are simply for safety and to make your workouts more comfortable. There is nothing wrong with using something to help stabilize your wrists :)
DeleteI'm also super nervous about kettlebells...I feel like I really hurt my wrists in the past with these things. These guards sound like a really good idea.
ReplyDeleteI truly think they make a difference, I am so glad they have them!
DeleteThat is a great invention for kettle bells. I have really small wrists and have always been afraid of them.
ReplyDeleteI have really small wrists too, kettle bells can be intimidating!
DeleteI really should us KBs more often! I love doing KB swings as a lower body and cardio move. Also definitely works on my grip strength which is certainly lacking!
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