We get asked frequently when one should consider increasing the weight of the kettlebell they use, the answer is it depends! Below are a few guidelines to consider before moving to a heavier weight.
General Fitness Use
Depending on your lifting goals, if you can perform these amount of reps with your kettlebell you should consider getting a heavier kettlebell
- Strengthening specific muscles: 1-3 reps, EX: 1-3 reps of any movement like squats
- Strengthening and building push power: 4-6 reps
- Increasing explosiveness: 7-9 reps
- Building endurance: 10-20 endurance.
- Building mental toughness and conditioning 21- 100 reps
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Should you increase the weight you train with? It depends on your goals!
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So, if your goal is one of those, and you can correctly perform that amount of reps with your kettlebell, it might be time to move up to a new weight!
Kettlebell Sport
With proper technique, you should be able to snatch 180 reps with a weight before seriously moving on.
Is it time to take your workouts to a heavier weight?
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