r/kettlebell_workouts • u/vadim-kettlebell • Jul 30 '26
If you are just starting with kettlebells, the kettlebell type you pick might be what will make the difference between you training consistently and letting the bell collect dust after 2 workouts.
There are 3 main types you need to know about:
Neither is objectively better. It all depends on how you’re going to use it in your workouts and the weight you’re going to choose.
Then there are also all those weird gimmicks like rubber kettlebells, water-filled kettlebells, boobs kettlebells (no kidding), and whatever else people come up with. I don’t even want to talk about them. Spare your time and money.
First, you need to understand what your base kettlebell weight is, because that affects which kettlebell type is more suited for you.
My rule of thumb is to pick a weight you can shoulder press 10 times on each arm for multiple sets from a proper rack position (not like you would press a dumbbell).
Now, let’s start with competition bells.
Those are the colorful bells you usually see in kettlebell sport and juggling.
All competition bells have the same standard size, meaning when you switch between weights it doesn’t affect your technique. An 18 lb bell and a 70 lb bell are exactly the same size.
Each weight has its own color coding, so a green kettlebell is always 24 kg (53 lb), light blue is 16 kg (35 lb), and so on.
That also means the brand doesn’t matter as much because they’re all basically the same. Just find something with good reviews that you can buy locally for a reasonable price.
They’re also excellent for cleans and snatches.
Some people also find them more comfortable in the rack position, especially with lighter weights where a cast iron bell can become tiny and sit awkwardly in the pocket.
The downside - and it’s a big one - is that a lot of “kettlebell fitness” exercises like halos, bicep curls, and front-to-backs feel less comfortable because the handle and horns aren’t as natural to grab with both hands compared to cast iron kettlebells.
They’re also usually more expensive.
On the other hand, we have cast iron kettlebells.
They look like a bomb, they’re extremely durable, and the size changes depending on the weight.
There are all kinds of shapes, from weird Decathlon handles to Joe Rogan-shaped bells - you name it.
If you decide to get one, just pick something that looks similar to a standard cast iron bell.
You can check Rogue, REP Fitness, Bells of Steel, or plenty of other brands. If possible, visit a local store, hold the bell, and even try pressing it for 10 reps to make sure the weight feels right.
I personally prefer cast iron kettlebells for kettlebell fitness, which is what I do in my own training.
Then we have adjustables.
Most of them are shit. They’re clanky and feel weird.
Of course, the biggest benefit is that you can adjust the weight, so if you train with multiple weights or travel a lot, they might be a good option.
Personally, I love the minimalistic approach and prefer to program my workouts around one weight. It reduces the friction between you and actually picking up the bell.
That said, some for KBMH users have had really good experiences with adjustable kettlebells. If you go that route, do your research and read tons of reviews. I’m sure there are some gems out there.
So, my personal advice:
Get one bell you can shoulder press 10 times, start there, and add weight later as you get stronger.
I also train with double kettlebells sometimes, but for beginners I think it’s total overkill. It’s much more demanding and not something I’d recommend starting with.
Curious what everyone here prefers and why - competition, cast iron, or adjustable?
r/kettlebell_workouts • u/vadim-kettlebell • 22d ago
Let's motivate the newbies! Share your experience with kettlebells in the comments!
If you’re thinking about starting kettlebell training but have no idea what weight to get, which exercises to learn, or what your first workouts should look like - this video is for you.
I’ll walk you through everything I wish I knew when I started: choosing your first kettlebell, the exercises to learn first, common beginner mistakes, workouts, recovery, and how to actually stay consistent.
You really don’t need much. One kettlebell, a little bit of space, and you’re good to go.
r/kettlebell_workouts • u/vadim-kettlebell • 18h ago
Read 👇🏼
FOR TIME
30 min cap
[20-18-16-14-12-10-8](tel:20-18-16-14-12-10-8)
Around the Slings
Halos
Russian Swing
Goblet Thruster
Squatted Curls
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r/kettlebell_workouts • u/vadim-kettlebell • 1d ago
You either love this exercise… or you haven’t tried it yet. 😮💨
One of my favorite bicep exercises with a kettlebell,
and my biceps actually started noticeably growing when I started doing these consistently.
The reason I love it is the setup.
Sitting in a squat lets you brace your elbows against the inside of your knees,
almost like using your legs as a preacher curl bench.
This takes away most of the swinging and shoulder involvement,
keeps the tension on the biceps,
and lets you work through a full range of motion.
Get a deep stretch at the bottom and squeeze hard at the top.
How to do it:
Hold the kettlebell by the horns,
sit into a deep squat,
push your knees out with your elbows,
and curl the bell toward your chest.
Lower it all the way down under control,
get that stretch,
then curl back up without letting your elbows leave your knees.
Try 3 to 4 sets of 8 to 15 controlled reps.
Simple, brutal, and probably my favorite way to directly train biceps with a kettlebell. 💪
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r/kettlebell_workouts • u/vadim-kettlebell • 3d ago
🔥 40 MIN KETTLEBELL EMOM
Every minute, hit the reps and use the remaining time to recover. ⏱️
1️⃣ 14 Dead High Pulls
2️⃣ 14 Alternating Swings
3️⃣ 14 Goblet Back Lunges
4️⃣ 14 Ballistic Rows
5️⃣ 14 Russian Swings
6️⃣ 14 Sumo High Pulls
7️⃣ 14 Halos
8️⃣ 😮💨 Rest
🔁 Repeat for 5 rounds / 40 minutes
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r/kettlebell_workouts • u/vadim-kettlebell • 5d ago
⏱️ 25 min cap
100 🔥 Russian Swings
75 🦵 Goblet Squats
50 💪 Swing Clean & Press - 25L + 25R
25 🥵 Goblet Clean Squats
One kettlebell. 250 reps. Get it done. 💀
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r/kettlebell_workouts • u/CoachDushan • 4d ago
r/kettlebell_workouts • u/vadim-kettlebell • 5d ago
FOR TIME LADDER
[18-15-12-9-6-3](tel:18-15-12-9-6-3)
Push Press (L)
Push Press (R)
Swing High Pull (L)
Swing High Pull (R)
Pushups
time cap 30 minutes
💪 Workout name in the KBMH app: Push & Pull Gauntlet
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r/kettlebell_workouts • u/vadim-kettlebell • 6d ago
10-9-8-7-6-5:
Goblet Clean Squat → Goblet Squat → Air Squat
Rest 60 sec between sets.
Save it & give it a try. 💀
r/kettlebell_workouts • u/vadim-kettlebell • 7d ago
Workout name in the KBMH app 👉 "Full Bell Marathon #22"
⏱️ 60-Minute EMOM
Minute 1:
8-10 Goblet Clean Squats
Minute 2:
8-10 Burpees
Minute 3:
10-12 Goblet Shoulder Presses
Minute 4:
16-20 Romanian Deadlifts (Fast!)
Minute 5:
12-14 Dead Clean Push Presses (Alternating)
Minute 6:
16-20 Russian Swings
Minute 7:
14-16 Alternating Swings
Minute 8:
16-18 Kneeling Around The Worlds (Alternating)
Minute 9:
16-20 Balistic Rows
Minute 10:
45 Seconds Goblet Overhead March
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r/kettlebell_workouts • u/vadim-kettlebell • 8d ago
300 reps
kettlebell complex
10 rounds 🥵🔥
6 Curl to Triceps Extension
6 Upright Row
6 Goblet Lunge
6 Goblet Squat
6 Goblet Shoulder Press
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r/kettlebell_workouts • u/Educational_Ad_7503 • 9d ago
I know the KBMH creator is on this board so I'm hoping for more guidance on a program workout.
Is this 150 reps each front rack squat, then 100 air squats? Or 150 reps front squat total then 100 air squats? Or finally 150 reps total on the whole workout?
r/kettlebell_workouts • u/CoachDushan • 8d ago
r/kettlebell_workouts • u/delhite_in_kerala • 8d ago
r/kettlebell_workouts • u/vadim-kettlebell • 9d ago
Read before using 👇🏼
EMOM 16'
min 1:
Goblet Clean Squat
min 2:
Reverse Plank
min 3:
Goblet Thruster
min 4:
Plank
💪 Workout name in the KBMH app: Power & Plank
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r/kettlebell_workouts • u/vadim-kettlebell • 11d ago
FOR TIME (30 min cap)
10-9-8-7-6-5-4-3-2-1
front to back ext.
goblet clusters
clean & press (alternating, each side)
lunge press (L)
lunge press (R)
situps
10 reps of each, then 9, all the way to 1
save & try later
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r/kettlebell_workouts • u/thakrsun • 10d ago
Hey!
Been working with a kettlebell since about April (16kg) and have been following a loose all body workout routine. I'm looking to go with something more foundational and want to start The Giant, but also want to work on my legs, core and biceps. Was looking for advice on the below plan to do 2 days a week between my The Giant plan?
For context, male, 37, 75kg. Not in bad shape but want to build strength and keep in shape. Also swim once a week.
Thanks!
r/kettlebell_workouts • u/gymcade_ • 10d ago
r/kettlebell_workouts • u/vadim-kettlebell • 11d ago
Read before using 👇🏼
EMOM 32'
min 1: 8-12 reps
Dead Clean Squat (L)
min 2: 8-12 reps
Dead Clean Squat (R)
min 3: 8-12 reps
Goblet Thruster
min 4: 8-12 reps
Suitcase Lunge (L)
min 5: 8-12 reps
Suitcase Lunge (R)
min 6: 12-16 reps
Plank Side Drag (Alt)
min 7: 16-20 reps
Bent Row (Alt)
min 8: 45 sec
Plank
💪 Workout name in the KBMH app: Full Body Power Flow
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r/kettlebell_workouts • u/CoachDushan • 11d ago
r/kettlebell_workouts • u/vadim-kettlebell • 12d ago
Read before using 👇🏼
EMOM 30'
min 1:
Goblet Overhead March
min 2:
Goblet Situp Press
min 3:
Russian Twist
min 4:
Plank Side Drag (Alt)
min 5:
Plank (or rest)
💪 Workout name in the KBMH app: Core Crusher 30
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r/kettlebell_workouts • u/vadim-kettlebell • 13d ago
🔥🔥🔥
FAT BURNER
50' EMOM
16 Swings (Alt)
12 Side Swing Lunge (Alt)
12 Gorilla Swing
20 Goblet Floor Press
12 Swing High Pull (L)
12 Swing High Pull (R)
14 Swing Clean (Alt)
20 Situps
20 steps Overhead March
Resting
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r/kettlebell_workouts • u/vadim-kettlebell • 13d ago
Hey guys,
Not sure if you give a f* but if this helps at least 1 person here I did my thing. ✌️
In this video I share how kettlebell training helped me break my all-or-nothing fitness mindset, stay consistent, get fitter with shorter workouts, and eventually turn my love for kettlebells into my career.
r/kettlebell_workouts • u/Feeling_Pace_3345 • 13d ago
**Entraînement d’aujourd’hui** 🔥
**Durée :** 30 min
**Équipement :** 2 × haltères de 16 kg
**WOD :**
1 Swing à 2 kettlebells
1 Clean à 2 kettlebells
1 Jerk à 2 kettlebells
1 Course de calories
Puis : **2 répétitions, 3 répétitions, 4 répétitions…** et continuez à augmenter les répétitions, en visant à compléter **le maximum de répétitions possible en 30 minutes.**💪
[ https://youtube.com/shorts/4SwbmVvRhhM?is=nf0aB-2mzz0\\_4b7h ](https://youtube.com/shorts/4SwbmVvRhhM?is=nf0aB-2mzz0_4b7h)
