Wednesday, January 28, 2009

Kettle Bells and Free Weights Have Many Advantages

By Julia Channel

As a recent EscapeFitness.com article stated, lots of the gyms in Britain now contain free weights and kettle bells. Many trainers have seen the simplicity and advantage to having a set of free weights available out front, instead of in the backs of gyms where they used to be hidden. Anybody can benefit from using free weights, because they come in styles and weights that are great for any level of athletic performance or exercise.

If limited storage space in your exercise room is an issue, then free weights are a great option.

Consider the advantages of free weights. With their size and variance in weight, they can be used for both muscle tone and development as well as strength and stamina training. Also, they can be used with other stationary devices like workout benches and sit-up racks. 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, they allow you to work one or both sides of the body at a time.

The Russian Kettle Bell, which is a free weight, is becoming very popular. As detailed in EscapeFitness.com, the kettle bell offers a wide range of training options from weight lifting to stretching.

When you imagine a kettle bell, think of a great big ball with a handle on top. Training with kettle bells has become quite popular in many basic routines incorporating a full-body workout.

Free weights are in many areas of the gym now instead of just in the free weight corner. Certain gyms have started to utilize an x-shape in their design in which smaller racks are placed strategically throughout the facility. Other gyms have moved towards racks that attach to workout equipment.

With such a strong focus being devoted to personal fitness, your training facility will do its best to incorporate any and every effective tool it can to provide you with the best workout possible. If your trainer doesnt use free weights yet, ask about how these amazing tools can help you to achieve the best workout for your needs. - 15683

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