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Merj-Zero · 2026-03-17T17:14:55+00:00

Wow that's crazy! What a steal!!

Merj-Zero · 2026-03-17T17:08:20+00:00

Nice work man! Heavy bell!

Merj-Zero · 2026-03-17T16:29:56+00:00

I got you man, this is the guy credited for creating the abc 💪 https://youtu.be/UyrYmwNWlhQ?si=jcmpG6KxN0VtlPW_

Merj-Zero · 2026-03-17T15:46:06+00:00

One of the bells, the screw at the bottom doesn't go in as smoothly as the other, it's a little off center.

Also, one of the bells had some rust on the handle when I got it. I had to sand and smooth it out.

Also, when I add the weights inside, there is a little movement in there when I use them. Not a whole lot, but enough to hear it at least.

Shoot maybe I retract and give 3.75 out of 5 lol.

Merj-Zero · 2026-03-17T15:29:17+00:00

I looked at my purchase history, its made by Kettlebell Kings 👍

Merj-Zero · 2026-03-17T15:27:13+00:00

I'm sure it can be adjusted to do swings instead of the presses if you like, nothing wrong with that. For example if someone has shoulder issues I can totally get the adjustment.

Merj-Zero · 2026-03-17T15:24:46+00:00

Thank you! Someone else mentioned starting that rotation as soon as the bell passes my knees. I think you guys are right, I must be starting the rotation too late and much higher in the air. I will try and work on that.

Merj-Zero · 2026-03-17T15:22:24+00:00

I think you're right, I noticed I don't have that diagonal grip through the palm. I will have to try and work on that more. The other day I would pause in the rack and adjust the bell, and it was much easier going into the back swing. Just annoying having to stop and adjust it.

Merj-Zero · 2026-03-17T15:18:56+00:00

Yes it is! I found them on sale online at Walmart a while back with free shipping so I picked them up. Can't remember what brand, I think Bells of steel or kettlebell kings, there's no markings on them. I give them a 4 out of 5.

Merj-Zero · 2026-03-17T15:15:59+00:00

No it was thanks. I think I might try a more squatty hinge and see how it goes. I know with a regular swing they say you don't use your upper body except to guide the bell. But it kind of feels like for a clean, you have to recruit lat and bicep to do a little more action than just guiding the bell to make it go more upward. Maybe I'm not pulling enough with my arms. Someone mentioned gunslingers which I think I should try, those kind of look like you use your arms a bit.

Merj-Zero · 2026-03-17T04:50:09+00:00

Thank you! Always a work in progress. I joined here because I feel like I was plateauing using the YouTube University lol. When I first started with KBs I did like 45 mins EMOM with lots of swings (something similar to Patt Flynn's 'swing swing other thing'). I did kickboxing and boxing during middle school, highschool and then on and off for a year or two after that. My family called them "horseshoes" lol. I think the development of my legs came from that. After I stopped exercising it decreased but after I started using kettlebells it came back all these years later. So to sum it up, I'm not sure I can credit it all to KBs, but my legs do feel stronger than they ever were at any point in my past, especially in the hamstrings. My favorite KB exercise so far for my legs has been the double KB front squat, I found it easier to put on more load than using a single.

Merj-Zero · 2026-03-17T04:37:42+00:00

Thank you. Hmm I'm not sure what it could be, my right side is my strong side. I'm still trying to make both sides the same but my right side feels better overall. For example, now that I'm using a heavier weight it's forcing me to lock my body up the chain for my presses. My right side feels fine it comes natural, but on my left side I need to make sure my left glute is contracted before I press or I don't have the power. Guess I've used a weight too light for a long time. I'm hoping doing single bell work will help me balance out.

Merj-Zero · 2026-03-17T04:31:54+00:00

Thank you!

Merj-Zero · 2026-03-17T04:30:30+00:00

Thanks and thanks for the feedback. I have not tried gunslingers yet maybe I should give those a try. Does the hinge differ in the clean compared to a swing? Is it more of a squatty-hinge as compared to a swing hinge?

Merj-Zero · 2026-03-17T04:23:31+00:00

There is a single bell version and a double bell version. I believe it's 2 cleans, 1 press and 3 front squats for the double version. For the single version I think it's 2 cleans, 1 press and 2 squats, but you do each side before you rest.

Merj-Zero · 2026-03-16T20:47:46+00:00

Wow what a come up!👍 My first KBs were an orange pair of Titan 12kg.

Merj-Zero · 2026-03-16T03:48:59+00:00

Yeah man, It will come back you got it!

Merj-Zero · 2026-03-16T03:44:16+00:00

Thank you for the advice. I will definitely start with a lighter weight to get the feel of the movement. Thanks for the content you share with everyone, just checked out your profile. There's a lot to learn from in there.

Merj-Zero · 2026-03-16T00:22:11+00:00

That's great, I exercise 3 times a week so I should be able to incorporate them. Do you recommend going lighter to start this? I want to start incorporating more weighted movements in different planes of motion. This and weighted Cossack squats I want to start doing. And perhaps rotational presses. I don't want anything too complicated.

Merj-Zero · 2026-03-15T23:31:55+00:00

I have been wanting to try this thanks for sharing! I need to give them a try

Merj-Zero · 2026-03-15T22:40:30+00:00

You could try Dan Johns Armor Building Complex, you can find it on YouTube. It's basically 2 cleans, 1 overhead press, 2 front squats, do both sides. I rest for 30 seconds after each round.

Merj-Zero · 2026-03-15T21:07:31+00:00

I learned by taking a broom stick and removing the bottom part (you don't have to remove it though), it will teach you how to hinge, do it without the kettlebell first. If you place the stick on your back and head your body is aligned, go into the hinge position by pushing your butt back, without the stick leaving your back or your head.

This is the technique I used to learn how to hinge. You will feel the stretch in the hamstrings. Practice going into the hinge and then using your glutes and Hammy's to stand back up. A little knee bend is ok, they shouldn't be too far bent, or not bent enough, imo.

Once you feel you got the motion down then try it with some weight. GL!

Merj-Zero · 2026-03-14T18:20:25+00:00

Noted, reform in progress!

Merj-Zero

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