- Handles are steel reinforced for durability
- Smooth enamel finish moves in your hands
- Large kettlebells have extra large handles
- Develops strength, power, endurance and balance
- All Kettlebells have a 2 year guarantee
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A legendary Russian exercise device, the kettlebell has long been a favorite for those seeking a special edge in strength and endurance. Kettlebell training develops strength, power, endurance and balance.
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45 of 46 people found the following review helpful
Size Name:35 lb. Kettlebell
I just spent an hour going through the stock of a local fitness company. The Body Solid kettlebells are really well-finished - not quite as smooth as the picture makes it out to be, but close (!) and quite a bit smoother and better finished than the GoFit, Cap, Troy, Apollo, and Powermax bells I looked at recently. I found several that I could buy and never bother to touch up the handles, in fact. They're almost as smooth as most epoxy coated kettlebells.
The handles graduate in size somewhat, but are roughly 1 3/8" or 35 mm through most of the range (appx. 20 - 50 pounds), and a bit smaller below that and a bit larger above. Space inside the handle is a bit under 3", but measurements were hard to get very accurately with a tape measure. Suffice it to say that handle diameters are sufficiently beefy, and space is certainly mainline.
The paint on all the examples I saw, except one oddball, was shiny black. Body Solid describes it as enamel, though the dealer insisted it was powder coat. It scratches white, and some on the rack showed some scratches like this. I actually preferred the matte finish on the oddball, but the dealer insisted that all new ones are the shiny black.
I like them, and they're well-priced. The only problem - for me - is that I prefer kettlebells in conventional kilo weights, as virtually every book, video, training regime, article, etc. that you read on kettlebells uses kilos (standards weights start with 4kg and go up in 4kg increments). Pound weight is a non-issue for the 35 pounder, as it's only 3 ounces different than a 16 kilo bell. The 55 pounder, however is 2.2 pounds heavier than a 24. Body Solid doesn't make bells above 75 pounds. All competition bells, should you develop that interest, are in standard kilogram weight progressions as well.
The handles graduate in size somewhat, but are roughly 1 3/8" or 35 mm through most of the range (appx. 20 - 50 pounds), and a bit smaller below that and a bit larger above. Space inside the handle is a bit under 3", but measurements were hard to get very accurately with a tape measure. Suffice it to say that handle diameters are sufficiently beefy, and space is certainly mainline.
The paint on all the examples I saw, except one oddball, was shiny black. Body Solid describes it as enamel, though the dealer insisted it was powder coat. It scratches white, and some on the rack showed some scratches like this. I actually preferred the matte finish on the oddball, but the dealer insisted that all new ones are the shiny black.
I like them, and they're well-priced. The only problem - for me - is that I prefer kettlebells in conventional kilo weights, as virtually every book, video, training regime, article, etc. that you read on kettlebells uses kilos (standards weights start with 4kg and go up in 4kg increments). Pound weight is a non-issue for the 35 pounder, as it's only 3 ounces different than a 16 kilo bell. The 55 pounder, however is 2.2 pounds heavier than a 24. Body Solid doesn't make bells above 75 pounds. All competition bells, should you develop that interest, are in standard kilogram weight progressions as well.
19 of 19 people found the following review helpful
If you are staying abreast of the always changing and evolving world of modern fitness you've probably heard of the kettlebell by now. The kettlebell craze seems to have begun with Master of Sports Pavel Tsatsouline's publications like: Enter The Kettlebell! Strength Secret of The Soviet Supermen So I finally decided to see what all the hype was about.
I bought a pair of Body Solid kettlebells off of amazon and starting getting to work with swings, snatches, presses and the Turkish get-up. Kettlebell training has taken mixed martial arts training and combat fitness to another level and I can easily see why after a few weeks of training with them. Body Solid's kettlebells are your basic, no nonsense black iron kettlebell and the wide, thick handles provide a nice grip. They are about as smooth and shiny as they appear to be in the image. Body Solid's kettlebells are fairly well priced too.
I wanted to add product links to instructional DVDs on kettlebell exercise unfortunately it seems that most of the women's kettlebell routines are just aerobics workouts with kettlebells instead of dumbbells. There are plenty of videos on kettlebell sets on certain popular file sharing sites if you are looking to add these to your combat conditioning or functional strength routine.
Bottom line. These simple if unorthodox weights have given me a fever. And the only prescription is more kettlebell.
I bought a pair of Body Solid kettlebells off of amazon and starting getting to work with swings, snatches, presses and the Turkish get-up. Kettlebell training has taken mixed martial arts training and combat fitness to another level and I can easily see why after a few weeks of training with them. Body Solid's kettlebells are your basic, no nonsense black iron kettlebell and the wide, thick handles provide a nice grip. They are about as smooth and shiny as they appear to be in the image. Body Solid's kettlebells are fairly well priced too.
I wanted to add product links to instructional DVDs on kettlebell exercise unfortunately it seems that most of the women's kettlebell routines are just aerobics workouts with kettlebells instead of dumbbells. There are plenty of videos on kettlebell sets on certain popular file sharing sites if you are looking to add these to your combat conditioning or functional strength routine.
Bottom line. These simple if unorthodox weights have given me a fever. And the only prescription is more kettlebell.
31 of 38 people found the following review helpful
Size Name:5 lb. Kettlebell
I am a personal trainer that specializes in "boomers and seniors." The 10 lb kettle bells are too difficult for many women this age to handle. They become discouraged and quit. The 5 lb. kettlebell is perfect to ease the women into this strength-building program. 5 lbs kettlebells are scarce as hens teeth but are a valuable asset to getting clients interested in continuing the program.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
Senior does Kettle bell
I have read many seniors are afraid of kettle bells. I am one of those gun ho all in or nothing people I have not exercised in about thirty three years. Read more
Published 3 months ago by D. Cederquist
your perfect work out tool
Was so inspired by Tim Ferris book "4-hour body" and got stuck watching all the youtube videos on how to make your workout fun, while still achieving great results. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Julia Borbon
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I am pretty Happy with it. With it I can do challenging exercises, so my workout routine can have a little variety.
Published 4 months ago by Judas
JUST WHAT HE WAS LOOKING FOR!!
I got this Kettle Bell for my fiance for christmas. It came in the mail last week and it is "just what I was looking for". It is Body Solid's typical awesome quality. Read more
Published 5 months ago by Casea14
WOW THIS IS A KICK ASS BELL I LOVE IT.
AFTER GETTIN USED TO THIS WEIGHT AND LEARNING THE MOVES.
I HOPE TO MOVE UP IN WEIGHTS AS I PROGRESS WITH THE WORKOUTS.
MUCH BETTER THAN DUMB BELLS I THINK. Read more
I HOPE TO MOVE UP IN WEIGHTS AS I PROGRESS WITH THE WORKOUTS.
MUCH BETTER THAN DUMB BELLS I THINK. Read more
Published 6 months ago by SPIDERLADY
WHERE ARE THE KETTLEBELLS? LOST IN SPACE.
I would love to write a review of these kettlebells, I ordered 2. No tracking info, no anything. This is a buyer beware situation. Now I have to try and get my money back.
Published 6 months ago by Kathleen M. Hansen
lump of iron
it performs wonderfully. it sits there weighing 25 lbs. and you can lift it and swing it around. a miracle of chinese craftsmanship.
Published 14 months ago by Onam K. Emmet
Great customer service, great product
The first kettle bell that I received was completely damaged and unusable, within 24 hours of notifying the seller, we exchanged emails and had a replacement sent out immediately. Read more
Published 15 months ago by Fangdynasty
Kettlebell
I bought this item as a Christmas present for my grandson. The timing of the delivery was very good. My grandson was very pleased with it and is using it on a regular basis.
Published 16 months ago by Hanas
Great overall
It is great to do workouts with. The quality of it looks like it will last a while. Before you buy a kettleball just do more research. A lot of the research says start with a 35lb. Read more
Published 18 months ago by Mike
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