I have been walking lately but I have been noticing how much my strength in my arms and core has diminished. So when I heard about Kettlebells, I was intrigued. I did some research and thought this might be an easy way to add some strength training into my sedentary lifestyle. When I saw the Kettlebells themselves at the local store, I really liked how they were shaped and I knew this would be the right exercise for me. So, when Acacia Lifestyle came out with this DVD, I was thrilled!
ULTIMATE KETTLEBELL WORKOUTS FOR BEGINNERS
With master instructor Paul Katami
Three workouts including a step-by-step tutorial with safety tips
Led by Hollywood’s top kettlebell instructor Paul Katami, who trained star trainers Jillian Michaels and Bob Harper on kettlebells, Ultimate Kettlebell Workout for Beginners has arrived on DVD from Acacia, offering a powerful, dynamic, and efficient total-body workout. The program provides three 25-minute workouts, including a comprehensive introduction to the moves and skills.
The first workout features a tutorial emphasizing correct technique. The second puts the moves into easy-to-learn drills and combinations, and the third workout concentrates on building core strength from the inside out. With options for adding weights and repetitions to match your pace, the routine offers a clear cut way to tone and build total body strength. You’ll see and feel results in no time!
Kettlebell weights have been popular for centuries, and today more people than ever are discovering their incredible benefits. Combining strength training with aerobic activity, kettlebell workouts are proven to burn calories while building strength and flexibility. Safe and proper form is absolutely essential to reaping the full rewards of this exercise system to activate the whole body, and instructor Paul Katami offers the perfect blend of encouraging instruction and motivation.
Certified by the American Council on Exercise and other organizations, Paul Katami has more than 20 years of experience as a fitness professional and works with the nation’s premier gyms.
My Thoughts:
From the very first section of the DVD , I knew I had found the exercises that I could do easily at home. The instructor explained exactly how to use the kettlebells safely and how they work on your body. He explained that this is a skill based exercise so there is some practice that will be occurring but the movements allow you to go as fast or as slow as you need. The weight of the kettlebell will give you power and momentum. But your form is most important and therefore the quality of the movement is where you get the proper workout. The Kettlebell and the movements you make will burn calories, build your strength and flexibility; all of these I really need.
In the introduction moves, the instructor shows you every hand grip and how to properly hold and align your body for the best workout. I really like that he stresses safety and is careful on showing the proper form. There are 3 simple grips used in the kettlebell and he goes through each one thoroughly. Another plus is that he gives tips through the sequences too. Much of the power is through your legs and with that you work on your core, arms, shoulders and back.
I started with a small bell because I am out of shape. The sizes that my store carries go from 7 lbs to 25 lbs. I did not want to hurt myself at the beginning and get discouraged. Plus I figured I could add a few more sizes as I progressed through as I am stronger in some places than others. I think I made a good decision, because even with the first few exercises I did, I could really feel it working!
This is a great DVD for beginners like me. Plus if you are looking for something different in your exercise routines that you already do, this may be something that you want to add. I am really enjoying this so far and I hope to continuing through each of the sections of exercises on this DVD. I am looking forward to getting my strength back! yay! Big thumbs up from me on this one!
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