Everyone’s heard of the brand new Turbulence Training Kettlebell Revolution program that as recently launched, right? It’s from Chris Lopez, the first ever Turbulence Training certified instructor.

Well, he’s developed a short, 4-week course, rightly named the “Kettlebell Kickstart” 4-week program. This is an introduction to Chris Lopez’ intense style of Kettlebell Training.

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With all this talk about Kettlebell training for fat loss, the question is: Can you REALLY get lean and ripped with just a Kettlebell? Do they really provide you with the intense workout and training stimulus necessary to see actual results?

Lets find out:

In order to get lean and ripped, it’s all about burning fat and calories. Even though I really don’t measure training in terms of how many calories I’ve burnt per minute, this measure is very important to know for most people.

This is how many calories a one-hour Kettlebell workout will burn: 1200

You read right. 1200. I’m not just making that number up. It’s a fact. ACE (The American Council on Exercise) recently decided to do a study to find out the answer to the question so many people were searching for.

ACE is one of the oldest fitness and research certifying bodies in the U.S. The lead researcher, Dr. John Porcari stated, “So they were burning at least 20.2 calories per minute, which is off the charts. That’s equivalent to running a 6-minute mile pace. The only other thing that I could find that burns that many calories is crosscountry skiiing up hill at a fast pace.”

So, a 10 minute Kettlebell session would help burn 202 calories. A 30 minutes Kettlebell session would you burn 606 calories. A 60 minutes Kettlebell session would help you burn 1212 calories!

Now, I’m personally more concerned about how many calories you burn AFTER a routine. My belief has always been that the more intense your workouts, the more you boost your metabolic rate, and the more you burn after your workout.

I think it’s very safe to assume that combining an hour long Kettlebell workout with the calories you burn once your metabolic rate is super charged, you can most likely burn off a good 2000 calories per day (if not more).

That’s close to what a high school athlete burns off in a day! With this information, you can’t afford not to include Kettlebell training in your fat loss program!

The best Kettlebell program out there is developed by Chris Lopez. He’s combined his knowledge of Kettlebells and combined it with the famous Turbulence Training style of training, developed by Craig Ballantyne.

The name of the program is Turbulence Training Kettlebell Revolution. It includes everything you need to get started on your Kettlebell fat loss journey including exercise descriptions, workouts, and training information.

There are workouts for beginners, intermediate, and advanced trainees. If you go through each program separately, in a few months you’d have literally transformed your health and physique.

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You need to make the decision today: Are you going to continue to follow pointless, boring workouts and never get any impressive results, or you going to take a chance and try some truly unique ideas using Chris Lopez’s Kettlebell workouts? Start today with the Turbulence Training Kettlebell Revolution program

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Kettlebells are not a fad. They’re not a gimmick. They’re not your Tony Little’s Gazelle Free Style, or Tae Bo. Kettlebells can be used for a variety of goals: strength, mass, athletic endurance, etc.

Celebrities like Katherine Heigel, Sylvester Stallone and Lance Armstrong use to improve their body composition and burn tons of calories per day. Kettlebells are basically a cold, hard, piece of iron that is an incredible fat loss tool.

The key to losing fat with Kettlebells is to perform big, compound movements that work lots of muscle at once such as the Kettlebell swing, clean, and snatch. Most people never do any big compound movements, which is the reason why they never achieve the kind of fat loss they strive for.

Bodyweight movements such as pushups, squats, and pullups are my favorite form of exercise. This is because they engage lots of muscle groups at once. However, the Kettlebell actually works even more muscle than regular bodyweight movements.

The only thing that engages more muscle that Kettlebell training are big Olympic lifts you perform with a barbell such as the Snatch, Clean, and Push Jerk. But that’s the thing – you’re doing modifications of these Olympic movements with the Kettlebell.

You can also do these modified versions with Dumbbells. But, because of the Kettlebell’s unique cannonball shape, with the thick handle, you’re forcing your body to activate more stabilizer muscles to control the weight.

Kettlebell will always feel heavier than dumbbells. With a dumbbell, the weight is evenly distributed to either side with a nice, comfortable handle in the middle. The Kettlebell has no nice, comfortable handle in the middle.

You’re literally carrying a huge chunk of iron. But, this huge chunk of iron is what helps us perform better in our daily lives. For example, for people who travel with big suitcases – there’s no nice handle right in the middle, is there?

If there was, the suitcase would be easier to carry, but no. It’s basically a large bulky weight with a single handle. Most things in life that we carry are designed this way.

We need hoist things, not curl things. The bottom line is that the Kettlebell is more efficient, more practical, and more challenging then any other fitness equipment out there.

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• Kettlebell Squat, 20 reps
• Extended Pushups, 20 reps
• Kettlebell Swings, 20 reps
• Walking Lunges, 20 reps
• High Pull, 10 reps each side
• Mountain Climbers, 20 reps
• 1 – Arm Swing, 10 reps each side
• Close Grip Pushups, 20 reps
• 1- Arm Row, 10 reps each side
• Stability Ball Leg Curls, 20 reps

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The popular question with Kettlebell training is: How often should you workout with Kettlebells? Well, considering the fact that actress KatherineHeigl (Knocked Up), only trains with Kettlebells twice per week, for 20 minutes a workout, it’s safe to say that you can get results with Kettlebell training if you devote less than an hour per week.

Here’s what Katherine Heigl had to say about her Kettlebell Training program: “I was probably in the best shape of my life for Knocked Up but I hated going to the gym. I’ve now found a woman who teaches Kettlebell classes. It’s a mix of cardio and weight training but I only do it for 20 minutes twice a week and it’s changed by body shape.”

So there you have it: proof that you can get into incredible shape without devoting a lot of time to working out. However, what about the individual who is truly addicted to Kettlebell training?

Can you, or should you train practically everyday? Kettlebell enthusiasts say, yes. But I’m always concerned about over training. I’ve experienced extreme burn out before, and it’s not pretty.

Keep in mind that the more you train the more you will have to eat and sleep. It’s really as simple as that. So, if you have lots of time on your hands and want to train a lot, then great.

But you should also devote an equal amount of time to eating more and sleeping more. If you don’t have time to eat and sleep, then don’t train more. As shown by KatherineHeigl, doing more does necessarily mean that you’ll get more results.

Your training program can easily back fire on you if all the points are not in balance. These three points, again, are: train, eat, and sleep.

Not lets take this idea a step further. Lets assume that you only have 40 minutes per week to train. How would you modify a Kettlebell workout based on your goals?

Best Kettlebell Approach to Mass Gain

When it comes mass gain, I’ve always done better with high frequency workouts. The highest frequency you can use with Kettlebells, in my opinion, would be 5 days per week.

Train anymore and you’re really putting yourself at risk for over training. But with only 40 minutes training time per week, you workouts can not last more than 8 minutes.

The idea is going to be to use heavy kettlebells. We’re going to do something called Escalating Density Training (EDT), a training system developed by Coach CharlesStaley which allows you to maximize your time while achieving your training objectives.

So, choose two compound movements, and choose a weight that you can handle for 8-12 repetitions. Alternate between the two exercises with limited rest within an 8 minute time period.

Here is what a sample EDT workout would look like:

8 minutes of:

• KB Snatch, 12 repetitions
• KB Windmill, 12 repetitions

Record how many total repetitions you performed within the 8 minutes, and try to perform more repetitions the following week. For example, lets say you were able to perform 3 rounds of the circuit, plus an additional 3 repetitions of the KB Snatch before your time was up.

This means you performed a total of 75 repetitions in 8 minutes. Stick to the same weight until you get up to 100 repetitions, then go to a higher weight to continue your mass gains.

If you do not have access to a heavier Kettlebell, then you can temporarily substitute it for a heavier dumbbell. However, remember that a dumbbell will always feel lighter than a Kettlebell.

Hence, if you’re aiming to train with a 53lb Kettlebell, then you may need to use a 60lb or 65lb dumbbell to get the same training effect. Beginners should start off with around 3 workouts per week, with a lighter weight.

Best Kettlebell Approach to Fat Loss

For fat loss, I would recommend something along the lines of what Katherine Heigl performed: 2, 20 minute workouts per week. These workouts would be super high intensity circuits consisted of lighter Kettlebells, more variations of exercises, and higher repetitions.

These circuits can be performed as supersets, trisets, interval training, or tabata. Try to keep things fun and intense so you stick to your workouts. You can add some cardio for some more fat loss if you have time.

However, you can still use the EDT method described earlier for fat loss, performing 5, 8-minute workouts per week. Just make sure to still use lighter Kettlebells so that you can perform more repetitions within a short period of time.

Beginners should start out with a lower intensity Kettlebell workout. Perhaps 1 20-minute workout per week, or 3, 8-minute workouts per week.

Kettlebell Over Training with the Swing

One of the most popular Kettlebell exercises is the Kettlebell swing. Unfortunately, most people abuse this movement. Because it is a relatively easy movement to perform, many people perform it on a daily basis.

The dangers to such training include potential injury to knees and lower back. You also place greater strain on stabilizer muscles, which further increase the potential for injury.

Another drawback to super high repetition, high frequency Kettlebell training is that it gets boring after a while. I know if I were doing the same workout every single day, I’d be bored out of my mind.

Boredom usually means that you make excuses not to workout. Hence, it is absolutely crucial that you make your workouts fun and exciting. However, the main idea here is that too much of anything is not good.

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Achieving success with your Kettlebell workout is easy. The first thing you need to figure out is your goal. Most people workout without sticking to one, singular goal, and end up hijacking their own progress.

A goal does not only have to be “lose fat” or “build muscle.” It can also be something like, “Workout 3 days a week for 12 weeks.” That’s a goal you can easily measure – if you miss a workout, then you’ve failed on your goal.

Also, it puts you in the mentality that “I need to get a workout, even if might not be the perfect workout out there.” The truth is that there is no perfect workout. You learn by actually engaging yourself in a workout program, then making gradual changes along the way as you progress.

The second step is figure out when and where you wish to workout. This goes along with the idea of keeping things consistent.

If you train at the same place and same time everyday, it will become a habit. We are creatures of habit, and if you make a positive habit of working out in the same place and the same time, your body will react.

In fact, your body will WANT to workout. It’s almost like nap time when you were a kid. When nap time came around, you automatically became drowsy since it was a habit instilled by your care taker.

The next thing is to determine how long you wish to workout. Many people just start a workout without any planning, and end up wasting their time for 2 hours. Well, 2 hours, 3 days a week isn’t sustainable, especially if you have other things to take care of (like work, family, and/or school).

Follow these three steps, and you’ll be that much closer to achieving success with your Kettlebell workouts. But if you’re really serious about Kettlebell training, then I suggest you checkout the Turbulence Training Kettlebell Revolution program.Click here for more information.

Russian Kettlebell training is very popular amongst MMA and other combat sports. However, it can also be used by the average, busy person who has a family and full time job.

This is because Kettlebell training is very high intensity and works the entire body at once. Here are 4 key reasons why Kettlebell workouts are so effective:

#1 – Kettlebell Training is Fun

Kettlebell training is painful, demanding, and intense. However, it works. It’s also a lot of fun, believe it or not. Human nature loves challenges. And I guarantee you that if you perform a simple, basic, unchallenging workout, you will be bored.When you’re bored, you’re less likely to stick to your workout program. This means you’re less likely to get results. Hence, it’s better to choose something more difficult.

#2 – Kettlebell Training Helps you with Life

Another aspect to Kettlebell training is that it forces you to move fast. Moving fast has a lot of carry over to sports. But it will also help you in your daily life. Through out our lives, we are met with instances where we must make quick physical and mental decisions. And it helps if you’re physically prepared for these challenges.

#3 – Kettlebell Training is Demanding

Kettlebell training can be incredibly addicting. This is why I believe you should cap your workouts at 30 minutes. If you find yourself training for close to an hour, then make it a point to shorten your workout for the next session. Due to the demanding nature of Kettlebell training, you can potentially burn yourself out, hence leading to over training.

#4 – Kettlebell Training is Efficient

All Kettlebell exercises are compound in nature. This means that you engage more than one muscle group in order to perform a movement. In fact, most exercises will work at least 50% of your muscles. This means that you’ll have to choose less exercises to train your entire body. This will save you even more time. I wouldn’t be surprised if you got results training just 10 minutes a day, 3 times a week.

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Kettlebell training is all the rage these days. However, Kettlebell training is not like most fads. In fact, it’s not a fad at all. It’s more of a revival. You see, Kettlebell training started out many years ago in Russia.

It’s actually one of the oldest forms of training. Kettlebells were first introduced in the U.S. a little over a decade ago, and there are currently many established resources that can help you ease into Kettlebell training.

I’m going to show you four ways to start training with kettlebells properly so that you do not hurt yourself or feel lost.

Step #1: Make it a Part of your Workout

Get a list of some very basic exercises you can perform, then perform one or two of them as part of your workout. For example, if you currently follow a split-training program, then perhaps you can replace your barbell front squat with kettlebell front squats.

Step #2: Practice on your Off Days

For more complicated movements such as the Windmill or Snatch, you can set aside a specific day for practice. This day can be your off day, this way your kettlebell training does not interfere with your regular training.

Step #3: Make it your Only Workout

Once you start to get good at performing the movements, you can make Kettlebell training your primary workout. However, remember that most Kettlebell workouts are full body in nature.

Step #4: Mix it up as a Full Fitness Program

Finally, do what I do, and use Kettlebells as just one of the many tools in my arsenal of fitness. Over the years, I’ve taught myself how to train with barbells, bodyweight, dumbbells, and now Kettlebells.

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The Kettlebell Swing is a basic Kettlebell training exercise which trains the hamstrings, lower back, and hips. It is the prerequisite for all other Kettlebell movements, and hence is one of the safest Kettlebell movements out there.

However, just like any other movement out there, there is a risk that you will injure yourself if you do not follow some simple rules. Here are 8 ways you can injure yourself while swinging a Kettlebell:

1. Not warming up properly. A cold muscle has a higher chance of getting injured than a warm muscle.
2. Using a weight that is too heavy.
3. Not letting momentum do its work. Success with the Kettlebell swing is all about the hip snap. It’s a power movement. Not one that relies on raw strength.
4. Not getting the technique down properly. If you’re having trouble with the technique, then keep practicing. Use Youtube, purchase a Kettlebell guide, or ask a friend to teach you.
5. Letting the Kettlebell control you. Kettlebell training is all about controlling the Kettlebell. If you do not tighten up and control the Kettlebell, you’re body will be flapping all over the place and you’ll end up pulling something.
6. Bending over too much. Keep your back straight, abs tight, and chest out with every single movement (unless otherwise stated).
7. Doing stupid challenges. There are some dumb challenges going around, such as the 10,000 swings in 30 days challenge. This is stupid because such a training program does not allow your body to recover probably.
8. Not recovering properly. With that said, don’t do swings every single day. Rest and switch it up with other movements. Eat and sleep enough.

Hopefully these tips will help you design better, safer workouts using the Kettlebell swing. For more training tips, ideas, and workouts, check out the Turbulence Training Kettlebell Revolution Program.

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There are hundreds of Kettlebell Videos that are posted on YouTube on a daily basis. I’ve decided to take the top 5 videos on YouTube and post them here. I’ve chosen videos which offer unique insights into Kettlebell training by offering unique workouts, training techniques, or ideas:

Kettlebell Video #1: Fat Burning Kettlebell Program

Kettlebell Video #2: Free Kettlebell Workout

Kettlebell Video #3: TT Kettlebell Top 5: Upper Body

Kettlebell Workout #4: TT Kettlebell Top 5: Lower Body

Kettlebell Video #5: Kettlebell Pros Workout

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