Thread: Secret to shaping up

Did 15 mins of kettlebells tonight and back still hurts when doing figure of 8. Only managed 12 mins, very disappointed. I must be doing it wrong.

I have the day off tomorrow so going to do the full 3 mins.

I'm using 5kg - thats ok isn't it? x

The 5kg should ne fine. If there is an exercise that is making you feel sore then try let that body part rest before attempting to do another session. You could substitute different moves or just rest.

Do not push your body too hard!

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Well an hour long Kettlercise class done tonight. I feel like I am getting the hang of the exercises more and my technique is getting better. Am able to manage more of the floor exercises too!

Week 5 resistance done here today, it absolutely flew by! Not been to the gym as DS2 has a case of the runs (nice!) so couldn't send him to playgroup. he enjoyed joining in with me tho! i also tested out my new wrist supports, as recommended on the kit thread, very pleased with them, they make such a difference. Still flitting between 4 and 6kg.

Lost 2lb this week, so that's the Easter weight gain gone.

Off out to get my new 9kg this evening! So excited! :woop: :woop:

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Can anyone advise when I should move up to heavier kettlebell? I am using a 4kg and have now done three weeks. Some of the exercises are now quite easy although I struggle with the floor ones. Not is a desperate hurry but better be prepared as kettlebells are hard to find here in Vienna.

You could probably move up now for the ones that you are comfortable with and switch down to the lower weight when you need to. Hope that helps!

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daisybell, I'm currently usng a 4 and a 6kg. I'm using the 6 for a greater part of the workouts but still need the 4kg for some stuff.

Just completed wk 3 cardio and can't say i enjoyed it mainly due to baseball catchers ! Not a fan but swapped for one arm swings :0/

Originally Posted by Splodgergill

daisybell, I'm currently usng a 4 and a 6kg. I'm using the 6 for a greater part of the workouts but still need the 4kg for some stuff.

I think I will hunt down a 6kg bell. I can gradually introduce it for the easier exercises. What is better for killing the flab? Weight or repetition? Which exercise do folks find hard on heavier weights?

I have completed 1 week of kettlebell work out, with between 2.5kg & 5kg. 4 workouts in 7 day. Im not following a set program just you tube.

Just done week 2 Resistance, way. Way behind but last week I had joint pain every day, Saturday I could barely move and had max painkillers!
Anyway I'll do a write up tomorrow.

Oh by the way. I got Dort interested!

Just as I was thinking I was ready to move up a weight I have been knocked back. Yesterday I did the 8 mins ab workout with Kettlercise. My mid back is aching and I am stiff as a board! I have some way still to go me thinks.

Week 5 core done, week 5 complete! I was accompanied by DS2 for my workout, i used my kettlebells, he used his teddy-cute!

Can't believe I'm almost at the end already, think I'll just go back to the start and do it all again once I'm done, defo not ready for advanced.

Oh great, after a lovely morning it's started hailstoning, was planning on going into town to do a few bits. Hope it passes over quickly, DS2 has his hands over his ears, bless him!

wrapped up week 3 kworx tonight with resistance done and dusted! Enjoyed resistance much more than i did wk 3 core

Am planning on doing Interval training on treadmill in the morning and starting on week 4 on either sunday or monday!