Kettlebells Build Hard BodiesKettlebells (or girva, as they are called in Russian) are traditional Russian cast-iron weights that look like a cannonball with a handle (see photo). They have become a popular exercise tool in the United States largely because of the enthusiasm and effective marketing by strength and flexibility coach Pavel Tsatsouline and kettlebell lifting record holder Valery Fedorenko.
Though kettlebell lifting competitions are relatively new in the United States, they have historical significance in other parts of the world. Recently, kettlebell training has been “discovered” by U.S. athletes and particularly mixed martial artists. They come in various weights, ranging from 10 lbs up to 106 lbs.
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