Would You Like To Master Kettlebell Training... Even If You’re a Complete Beginner?

A Guide to Buying The Right Kettlebell

Kettlebells are versatile equipment that has become all the rage in fitness training for the past few decades. And unlike several other passing fads, kettlebells are here to stay because of their extensive appeal across all gender and age groups.

As a fitness trainer, you must offer kettlebell training to your clients as one of the most effective approaches for weight loss and endurance building.

According to the origins of kettlebell training, this fitness tool was initially used in villages to measure grains. Nowadays, kettlebells are a regular feature in gyms and at fitness studios that offer the best in fitness workouts to clients.

So if you are just starting out as a trainer, you must have kettlebells as part of your gym equipment that clients can use.

Buying your First Kettlebell


Today the market is flooded with kettlebells from different brands. Some are standard black iron kettlebells while some come in different colors. And then you have competition kettlebells where the dimensions remain the same even as the weight varies.

Often, such competition kettlebells are color coded so that it is easier to know the weight from the color.

Selecting the Right Weight


Kettlebells come in different weights starting from 2kg and going up to 50kg for the super strong! It is important to select the right weight while buying since all clients would not be able to handle the same weight. For lady clients who have never exercised before, you should begin with a weight of 8kg and for men, 16kg kettlebells are safe in the initial stages.

As a trainer, you too should be able to handle the kettlebells comfortably so it’s equally important to check out at your own convenience before buying.

The origins of kettlebell training indicate that the apparatus was used by athletes and strongmen for serious fitness training so do not take kettlebells lightly.

To check if the kettlebell is right for you, follow a few simple steps. Stand with feet placed 6-inches apart from each other and hold the kettlebell in both hands by its horn.

Squat and swing the tool between the legs a few times and then straighten both legs forward. With the right weight kettlebell, you should be able to do the entire movement smoothly without experiencing any pull in your lower back or the shoulder muscles.

Next, stand with the kettlebell held in both hands. Bend knees and swing the kettlebell in front while straightening up in one quick motion.

While swinging, you should be able to comfortably lift the kettlebell to your shoulder height without any stiffness or pain in your muscles.

Lastly, hold the kettlebell in one hand and lift it above your head. If you are handling the right kettlebell weight, you should be able to hold it above your head for a few seconds without arching the back. According to the origins of kettlebell training, the equipment was a part of physical training for workers and farmers in Adelaide.

Always begin with a lighter weight to avoid injury to your muscles and joints. Kettlebell movements like swing, lift and snatch can lead to serious injury if done with a heavier weight than is safe for you.

Become a certified kettlebell Instructor:

The DFA offer the level 1 and level 2 kettlebell course in Adelaide and throughout Australia.
The Adelaide fitness industry is extremely competitive!

Kettlebells are The #1 Functional Training tool EVERY Adelaide personal trainer NEEDS in their arsenal.

Attend a live face-to-face kettlebell workshop in Adelaide & become a certified level 1 & level 2 kettlebell instructor.