Find out how this latest workout craze burns calories - pronto!
Kettlebell workouts are proven to get you fitter faster, burning 400 calories in just 20 minutes - equivalent to more than an hour of brisk walking. Made of cast iron, Kettlebells look similar to a bowling ball, with a handle attached to the top. They come in a variety of weights, which when used in a series of swinging movements provide a complete strength and cardiovascular workout, kicking your metabolism into high gear. Ladies should start with a four-kilo Kettlebell, while men can start with eight kilos.
As this is a full-body workout, you'll challenge both the major muscle groups and smaller, stabilising muscles and get a full head-to-toe workout using just one piece of equipment. And because it's low impact, a Kettlebell workout ensures you won't injure your feet, ankles or knees in the way some cardio exercises - such as running - can make you suffer. Also, the swinging action helps stretch and lengthen muscles - which apart from preventing injury, also gives your physique a leaner appearance. And remember, working out with weights builds dense muscle mass - which burns more calories than fat, even when you're resting. So by building muscle you actually burn more fat, even long after you've finished exercising! Alvin Francis Fok Personal Trainer Tel: 9684 0176, www.alvin-fitness.org, Email: alvinfrancis70@hotmail.com
Posted May 2011
