What is a 'kettlebell'?

A 'kettlebell' or girya (Russ.) is a traditional Russian cast iron weight that looks like a cannonball with a handle. It is the ultimate tool for all-round fitness.

Why train with kettlebells?

Because they deliver all-round fitness and reinforce correct movement patterns necessary for sports and overall day to day activities. No other tool does it better.

Kettlebells workout involves multiple muscle groups and exercises that will work endurance, strength, power, aerobic and anaerobic exercises which make it a perfect tool to lose weight, gain muscle while improving your overall posture, flexibility and stability. Kettlebells melt fat without the dishonor of dieting or aerobics. If you are overweight, you will lean out. If you are skinny, you will build up. The Russian kettlebell is a powerful tool for fixing your body comp, whichever way it needs fixing.

Kettlebells training does not require extensive hours at the gym or use of complex equipment. This makes it a more practical tool for today’s busy lifestyle with time constrains. Kettlebell training is highly addictive since it is a more functional workout and you will notice the benefits of training with them in the way you move and carry yourself with more ease.

In Russia, the Olympic Athletes and Military Forces have being training with Kettlebells for centuries. In United States it has recently become more popular with organizations like Dragon Door and Kettlebell Ambassador Pavel Tsatsouline, responsible for training and certifying hundreds of Russian Kettlebells Certified Instructors (RKC) across the Nation. This facilitates the dissemination of this amazing system to people of all ages and fitness backgrounds.

How do I learn to use the kettlebell?

Fort Collins Judo, Kettlebells and Functional Training, LLC will be providing Kettlebells training through group classes and private classes at the new location (1437 Riverside Avenue, Fort Collins, Colorado). For more information and to start training call 970-689-1077