What Is The Best Kettlebell Weight to Start With | John Wolf

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    In this video, we'll be discussing the best kettlebell weight to start with for beginners. We'll cover the factors you need to consider, such as your current fitness level, goals, and experience with weight training.
    Coach John wolf will walk you through the benefits of using kettlebells, and how to choose the right weight for your body and goals. We'll also demonstrate some basic kettlebell exercises that you can try with your chosen weight.
    Whether you're looking to build strength, improve your endurance, or simply add a new element to your workout routine, this video will provide you with the information you need to get started with kettlebells.
    Don't let the fear of choosing the wrong weight hold you back from experiencing the benefits of kettlebell training. Watch this video and start your journey towards a stronger, fitter you!
    | How To Choose a Kettlebell |
    Kettlebell designs vary. Some are coated in rubber to protect floors from impact. Others are designed specifically for kettlebell lifting competitions and have a straight handle; they’re uniform in size regardless of weight.
    In an attempt to appeal to beginners, a few manufacturers make kettlebells with concave faces, which are intended to be more ergonomic. Some other newfangled kettlebells work like dumbbells and can be loaded with plates, offering multiple weight changes with one implement.
    If you’re buying a kettlebell in person, perform this test before making a final decision: hold up your hand and touch your thumb to the tip of your pinkie.
    Notice the channel it forms in your palm-that’s where the kettlebell handle should rest most of the time, from the outside knuckle of the index finger diagonally down to the opposite side of the wrist. (This will be your primary grip for most conventional kettlebell lifts, such as pressing and squatting.) Pick up the weight and hold the handle in the middle, letting it fill that channel. “The bell should rest on the back of your forearm when the wrist is straight,” says Heins.
    “It should not impinge on the boney profile of the wrist,” adds Wolf. If you pick up a kettlebell that rubs against the bone that protrudes on the lateral side of your wrist, the weight displacement from the handle is not ideal, and you could end up getting injured.
    Another safety tip: don’t use a kettlebell with too thick a handle. “Onnit’s handles are a little over an inch in diameter,” says Wolf, which is enough to work your grip but not so demanding to hold that it creates unnecessary fatigue. “When you’re performing an exercise like the swing, you may be doing hundreds of reps in a workout, as opposed to four sets of eight,” or some other standard set-and-rep-scheme you’d use with conventional exercises. “We don’t want your grip to burn out. I think that’s counterproductive from a technique standpoint. Once someone’s grip is overworked, you’ll see a whole slew of mechanical problems that come into play.”
    As for how much weight to start with, men can invest in one or two bells that are 16 kilos (about 35 pounds). Wolf says that will provide plenty of challenge on a wide range of exercises. “For gals, an eight-kilo kettlebell [17.5 pounds] will give you a lot of bang for your buck.”
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    00:00 - Intro
    00:20 - The Best Kettlebell Weight for Men
    00:46 - Intermediate Male
    01:20 - Beginner Male
    01:47 - The Best Kettlebell Weight For Women
    02:14 - Intermediate Female
    02:47 - Beginner Female
    03:17 - 4 Things To Look For In A Kettlebell
    03:42 - A Comfortable Handle
    04:14 - Where Should The Kettlebell Rest?
    05:03 - Powder Coating for Grip
    05:50 - Color Coding by Weight
    06:40 - When To Go Up In Weight
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КОМЕНТАРІ • 39

  • @Onnitofficial
    @Onnitofficial  Рік тому +3

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  • @maiawaive9566
    @maiawaive9566 18 днів тому +2

    I love that you considered for complete total newbies the overwhelm factor. Because if kettlebell is too heavy we just give up 😢

  • @betsyrocks
    @betsyrocks Рік тому +35

    This is just what I wanted. Had no idea what weight I needed to start on. 12kg it is then. Cheers

    • @Onnitofficial
      @Onnitofficial  Рік тому +3

      Perfect! Glad we could help

    • @xXOphidianXx
      @xXOphidianXx 5 місяців тому

      I agree, this video is very helpful. I have a couple of plates here in my room and i tried to simulate a kettlebell swing to get a feeling on what kettlebell i should buy, my ego wanted 20kg but i bought a 16kg kettlebell at the end.

  • @KamendereCZ
    @KamendereCZ 2 місяці тому +2

    Great video, thank you! To the point, yet detailed enough to make an informed decision.

  • @majorpuggington
    @majorpuggington 10 місяців тому +5

    With limited space and being new to KB training I just went with an adjustable with its pros and cons. Working on swing technique both hard and sport style with 18kg/40lbs but then I can scale down to lower increments to work on clean & snatch. When I am more proficient, I'll invest in 2 or more cast bells.

  • @romanrubaj2109
    @romanrubaj2109 3 місяці тому

    Very informative video, thank you.

  • @cherylharris5695
    @cherylharris5695 22 дні тому

    Thank you for this informative video.... very helpful.

  • @vasilvidenov476
    @vasilvidenov476 4 місяці тому +1

    Thanks for the advice, I`ll put to good use. Also folks keep in mind how your body feels with the weight you want to train. If there is a store for weights near you its always best to go and try in person. Good luck

  • @user-qr4hz2rh5x
    @user-qr4hz2rh5x Місяць тому

    Thank you much, this information was useful.

  • @filled_soda
    @filled_soda 6 днів тому +1

    I've ordered a 16kg kettlebell. Im a complete beginner with no weight training experience and I'm 47.
    I'm a little concerned that I've aimed too high, but I'll take it slow and see what happens.

  • @Onnitfan1
    @Onnitfan1 Рік тому +5

    Great information here!

  • @evilkivi
    @evilkivi 2 місяці тому +1

    Heh, came into the gym wanting to get into kettlebells, after 2 days settled for 12kg for harder stuff and 16kg for easier stuff. Nice to confirm that it was the right choice

  • @alextop1850
    @alextop1850 9 місяців тому +3

    Hi John, if you had to do one exercise would it be the kettle bell swing for an all over body workout?

  • @ubantu1215
    @ubantu1215 11 місяців тому +4

    What about swings. Isn't swings can handle more weight? Press n snatches are definately heavy.

  • @ninjamaster7724
    @ninjamaster7724 22 дні тому

    Thanks for the cool vid mate.
    I've been working out for years,but i'm new to kettlebells and I just bought my 1st set of kettlebells.
    I have 8kg to 24kg bells (all singles),and i'm wondering which one's I should have as pairs?
    Any recommendations on with weight to pair up?
    P.s.I have a girlfriend that wants to use them too.
    Thanks.

  • @lightningtabby36
    @lightningtabby36 3 місяці тому

    Nice t-shirt.

  • @adamrogowski2748
    @adamrogowski2748 7 місяців тому

    Will you guys please bring back your traditional kettlebell selection? Your primal and legends lines terrify me 😢

  • @remisis023
    @remisis023 10 місяців тому +6

    Would 10kg be too light for a beginner male? I have limited external rotation on my left arm from a high school shoulder press injury. I'm currently rehabbing my shoulders with Crossover Symmetry and just want to be patient. Thanks

    • @wulfrache
      @wulfrache 5 місяців тому +4

      no weight is too light if it is what you are comfortable lifting. A good metric is if you can do more than 30 swings with the weight in one set then its too light for you. Its more important you build a base and get the movements down. Also, it depends on what you're doing. your swing weight will be like 20% more then your clean and press weight.

  • @abigailflores6
    @abigailflores6 2 місяці тому

    I'm a woman and 50 years old.. Is it right to use 10kg kettlebell? I'm using it

  • @benjaminflash1108
    @benjaminflash1108 2 місяці тому +5

    Believe me, 16kg kettlebell its not a "lightweight" for the Ameteurs :D Shit is heavy af. I cant do a military press with my left arm with that 16kg.

    • @gaia8840
      @gaia8840 Місяць тому

      Depends your size and lifestyle. 16kg is not too heavy frankly but between 12kg and 16kg is good. Than lighter if you gonna learn difficult stuff and heavier if you plan on competing

    • @alex-qo6qb
      @alex-qo6qb Місяць тому

      what if for swing..?how many reps you get?

    • @gaia8840
      @gaia8840 Місяць тому

      @@alex-qo6qb swing is one of the difficult movement so go light as long as you are not sure of your movement. It can be really dangerous to go heavy with swing when you dont have perfect form. I do swings with 16kg personnaly but I started with 8

    • @gaia8840
      @gaia8840 Місяць тому

      @@alex-qo6qb And I just did reps Until I felt like I was gonna throw up tbh. It depends your goal. i did it to have endurance in wrestling so until failure made sense. There is no magic number

    • @benjaminflash1108
      @benjaminflash1108 23 дні тому

      @@alex-qo6qb 30 is enough to make me hear my breaths

  • @ambitiousbeauty1013
    @ambitiousbeauty1013 3 місяці тому

    I'm a woman. Is a 20lb kettlebell ok for me to start off doing kettlebell swings to work out my abs?

    • @paulmcgreevy3011
      @paulmcgreevy3011 3 місяці тому +2

      Good starting point for swings, too heavy for overhead stuff.

  • @Atul7744
    @Atul7744 6 місяців тому +3

    Sir, if I (age 61) need to workout with a 10-kg kettlebell, is it better to buy one 10-kg kettlebell, or two 5-kg kettlebells ?

  • @weremiuk
    @weremiuk 2 місяці тому

    12 or 16kg for a guy? 12. If its to little, just do some more rounds. You can flor yourself even with 10, but it takes more time.

  • @oldnatty61
    @oldnatty61 5 місяців тому

    0. Go w/ hex db's. Cheaper, and more versatile.

  • @Onnitfan1
    @Onnitfan1 Рік тому +2

    Great information here!