What size kettlebell should I start off with?
Great question! Typically the average lady will start with an 18 lb bell but quickly progress to a 26. If you are an especially strong female then you can start with a 26 and quickly move to a 35. Most men will do well to start with a 35 lb bell if they are of average strength. If you have been lifting weights for a while and are fairly strong (you can military press a 60 lb dumbbell or bench press over 225 lbs) then go with a 53 lber. If unsure then get a 44 lber. The kettlebell will feel heavier than the same weight dumbbell and will last you a long time so don’t worry about having to buy a bunch of kettlebells. There are tons of ways to manipulate the leverage to make a lighter bell challenging to lift and a too heavy bell light enough to lift.
