Thursday, January 29, 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.

Also, with size and space for exercise equipment becoming a determining factor, the advantage of incorporating free weights into a workout routine is increasingly obvious.

Think about the benefits of free weights. With their variable weight and size, they can be utilised for toning and developing muscle as well as training for strength and stamina. Free weights can be used in conjunction with units like workout benches and sit-up racks. The size also allows for differences in shape and style so that some of them may be more fitting for female athletes or those with special needs. Additionally, you can work a single side or both sides together.

The Russian kettle bell is one free weight which has seen a significant popularity increase. As reported on EscapeFitness.com, there are lots of options you have with a kettle bell; everything 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.

With the various weight rack styles available, the free weights have begun to appear throughout the gym instead of in one specific corner. Some gyms have begun incorporating a popular x-shape design for smaller racks to be placed throughout the facility, while others have racks that are especially designed to attach to the workout equipment they complement the most.

Training facilities are devoted to personal fitness, so you can expect the most advanced and most effective tools to provide you with the best workout. If your trainer doesnt use free weights yet, ask about how these amazing tools can help you to achieve the best workout for your individual requirements. - 16004

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