Kettlebells

Has anyone tried kettlebells or kettlebell routines? I'm fascinated by them, and wondered if anyone had heard anything more than I had. If you don't know what they are, they're a cast iron weight looking somewhat like a cannonball with a handle.

 I don't know much about them. I did see a work out DVD/set thing on QVC not too long ago though. They looked pretty neat, but I'm not good at sticking to "in-home routines" , so I didn't order it. lol

 my husband does uses them and I always see people at the gym working out with them...I personally have not tried them, but they do look interesting....I am sure my trainer will have me on them soon...

There's an article in the new issue of Women's Health that's got a couple routines/moves with pictures in there...you might be able to find it online too.

My gym has a kettleball class.  It is just as intense as body pump.  You need to be careful though if you are next to rookie, because those things can really hurt someone.   I found that I developed a lot of wrist pain when I did the session, so I switched back to a body bar class.  The good thing about the kettleball is helps you with motion.
Rob

I have my own bell!

What I like about them is that they really work the whole body. Plus it's easy to pick up the bell and rip off a few swings here and there and it all adds up.

If you use good form, you shouldn't get hurt but a lot of people use their back too much on the swings when you are supposed to engage the hips and the gluts as well.

I have been using them for about a year now and they are fantastic!!  If your interested seek out an RKC instructor, they can be found at dragondoor dot com.  They will help you with proper form and work out a routine for you.  Start slow and follow the instructions so you dont hurt yourself.  My strength and endurance have go thru the roof and I actually enjoy working out now!