One should always train smart, not just hard. Kettlebells can be a part of nearly any comprehensive and sophisticated program of exercise but they are not magic. They are governed by the rules of physics and laws of nature like anything else. So, how can we use kettlebells in the most effective way for developing max-strength, power, circuits, sports specific transitions, and sports specific programs?
- Does one size fit all?
- Is one circuit as good as another?
- When should we use and what are countdowns, ladders, and circuits for?
- When clients don't move well, what is the problem? Do we just chalk it up to being clumsy or not athletic or is there a developmental stage that they skipped?
- How can we use kettlebells to develop body schema, tonic muscle control, foundation movement skills, laterality, directionality, crossing the mid-line, functional movement skills, and help clients move better?
- Back in the early 80s the NSCA (National Strength and Conditioning Association) arranged a number of trips to Russia so strength and conditioning professionals could share information. How were the Soviets using Kettlebells?
-by Vince Metzo
