There are many weights of kettlebells out there in the world. But there is one size of kettlebell that is the most versatile. The "best". The one kettlebell to rule all others:
When it comes to kettlebells, there is no doubt that the 35 lb weight reigns supreme. It is the perfect size for a variety of exercises, and it provides the perfect amount of resistance for most people. In this blog post, we will discuss why the 35 lb kettlebell is the king of all kettlebells!
The 35 lb kettlebell has been around for quite a while! It was first developed in Russia in the 1700s as a tool for strength and conditioning. Russian farmers used round weights to measure their grain at the market. Over time, these round weights were made with handles on top to make them easier to carry around. After a while, some Russian soldiers saw the weights and inspiration struck! These soldiers started using kettlebells to improve their physical performance and strength. And now, centuries later, the 35 lb kettlebell is still considered the best weight for most people.
A kettlebell is a weight that is shaped like a ball with a handle. Think about it as a cannonball with a handle looped out of the top. It is used for strength training and cardio exercises. Kettlebells come in different weights, and the most popular size is the 35 lb kettlebell.
There are many reasons why kettlebell training has become so popular in recent years. Below are some of the main benefits of kettlebell training:
1. Kettlebells are a great way to get a full-body workout in a short amount of time.
2. Kettlebells are versatile – they can be used for strength training, cardio exercises, and even Pilates or yoga moves.
3. Kettlebells are portable – they can be taken with you wherever you go, so you can always get your workout in no matter where you are.
4. Kettlebells are affordable – they cost less than most other types of weight equipment, and they take up less space too.
5. Kettlebells are fun! They add an element of challenge and excitement to your workouts that other pieces of equipment cannot provide.
You'll see kettlebells sold in pounds, in kilograms, and even in "poods." Why all these different measurements- for the same thing?
The answer comes from the history of kettlebells that we mentioned above. Kettlebells were initially used to weigh grain. And in Russia before the metric system, grain was weighed in "poods." When the metric system came in, one pood was standardized to 16 kilograms- which weighs about 35 pounds. Those Russian soldiers most commonly lifted kettlebells that weighed 1 pood, 1.5 poods, and 2 poods- i.e. 35 pounds, 53 pounds, and 70 pounds.
Kettlebells were introduced to Americans in the 1990's by Russian immigrants and these Russians lifted in the weights they were familiar with- poods and kilograms.
Today, most kettlebells in the US are still sold in kilograms- although some manufacturers make their kettlebells in pounds.
And in any case, a 35 lb kettlebell is the same as a 16 kg kettlebell which is the same as a 1 pood kettlebell!
And now for the "best" kettlebell...
If you had to pick only one kettlebell for the rest of your life, your best pick is a 35 lb kettlebell. Put simply, the 35 lb kettlebell is the most versatile kettlebell size
If you had to pick only one kettlebell to use for the rest of your life, the 35 lb kettlebell should be your go-to!
As discussed about, a 35 lb kettlebell is a great weight. For a man, a 35 lb kettlebell is usually a good weight for many types of exercises like the kettlebell snatch, the clean and jerk, and also swings and turkish get-ups. For a woman, the 35 lb kettlebell is a "heavy" kettlebell and is great for swings, deadlifts, suitcase carries, and farmer's walks.
At Fringe Sport, we generally recommend that men start their training with a 25 or 26 lb kettlebell if they are just beginners, or a 35 lb kettlebell if they have a little lifting experience. For women, we suggest starting with a 15-20 lb kettlebell if they are just starting out or a 25/26 lb kettlebell if they have some lifting experience.
As mentioned above, great "starter" kettlebells for men would be in the range of 25-35 lb kettlebells. Once men train and gain some strength and familiarity with kettlebell training, they typically advance in kettlebell weight to 44 lb, 53 lb, or even 70 lb kettlebells!
A 24kg kettlebell weighs about 53 lb. This is pretty heavy for a kettlebell! If you are a man and you are swinging a 53 lb / 24kg kettlebell around- you are a pretty strong dude! And that goes doubly so if you are a lady!
Most kettlebells are made of cast iron. There are a few that have a forged finish, but casting is the most common method of making kettlebells. The reason for this is that the most economical way to make a kettlebell is from iron- and the best way to make iron into the shape you need it is to heat it up and pour it into a mold. This is the "cast iron" process that is used to make most kettlebells.
Many kettlebells have a powdercoat finish- but this is not the only finish that kettlebell manufacturers use on their kettlebells. Other common kettlebell finishes are e-coat, enamel, and sprayed paint. At Fringe Sport, we use powder coat finishes on our kettlebells- we believe powder coat is a great, durable finish for a kettlebell and this finish has stood the test of time.
Wrapping up
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