Saturday, January 3, 2009

Kettle Bells and Free Weights Have Many Advantages

By Julia Channel

According to a recent article on EscapeFitness.com, free weights including the kettle bell have finally made a strong comeback in many of Britains gyms. Where free weights had often times been hidden in the backs of gyms in years past, many trainers have begun to see the simplicity and advantage of having a strong set of free weight tools available. Free weights can be used by anyone and range in style and weight to accommodate any level of athlete for nearly any sport, or simple day-to-day living.

If you have limited storage space in your exercise room then free weights are a great option.

Examine the positive things about using free weights. With the differences in size and weight, they can be used for muscle tone, development, strength and stamina training.Additionally, they may be used with other types of fixed stations like workout benches or racks for sit ups. Their size also allows for variations in shape and style, so that some may be more accommodating to female athletes or those who may have special needs. Also it lets you exercise one side of the body at a time or both sides at the same time.

One free weight that has gained significantly in popularity is the Russian kettle bell. As reported on EscapeFitness.com, the kettle bell offers a wide range of training options from weight lifting to stretching.

When you think of a kettle bell, picture a giant heavy ball with a handle at the top. Many trainers have started including kettle bells into their routines and some trainers claim that their entire training regimen can involve only the kettle bell to provide a full body workout.

Due to the number of weight rack styles now available, free weights no longer have to take a back seat to weight machines and equipment, but have found a respectable place in the gym. Some gyms use racks that attach to the most compatible workout equipment, but others have started to use an x-shape design to place smaller racks throughout the building.

Training facilities are devoted to personal fitness, so you can expect the most advanced and most effective tools to provide you with the best workout. If your trainer doesnt use free weights yet, ask about how these amazing tools can help you to achieve the best workout for your individual requirements. - 15432

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