What is the deal with kettlebells, do you really think that they are superior to dumbbells and barbells?
I have never said that kettlebells are superior to dumbbells and barbells. A smart athlete will utilize a variety of training tools to maximize strength and conditioning. That said there are several things that I like about kettlebells: The thick handles turn every exercise into a grip exercise. My massage therapist was impressed with the thickness of the muscle fibers in my forearms. For a while now I have only been training with kettebells and clubbells and attest the development to those training tools. The off centered weight requires more stabilization especially on one-arm and one-leg exercises. Learning how to absorb the ballistic shock that is involved with exercises such as cleans and snatches is very beneficial for athletes and increases coordination. Kettlebell training is a lot of fun and having fun with training is critical for training longevity. Kettlebells allow you to do exercises in which you pass the kettlebell from hand to hand and do “juggling” type moves. These ex
