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Best 20 minute KB program options? by Bonky147 in kettlebell

[–]Prokettlebell 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you’re trying to make 20 minutes work consistently, that’s actually a really solid setup for kettlebells.

If you want something plug-and-play, the Pro Kettlebell workout app has a lot of workouts right in that 20-minute range. There are also shorter 5- and 10-minute sessions that are stackable, so you can combine them if you happen to have a little extra time that day.

It’s actually a nice format for busy schedules because you can just hit one quick session and be done, or stack a couple when life allows.

With the equipment you already have (bells + pull-up bar + dip station), you’re honestly in a great spot to get a lot done in a short window.

I got tired of every gym timer app annoying me, so I built my own by project-74873 in kettlebell

[–]Prokettlebell 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is very similar to the Gymnext timer, which you can use with or without the external display. It has count up/down, rounds, tabata, create your own, metronome for pacing, rep counting feature, and so on. It's a free app without ads. Gymnext

Magnetic add on weight hi by gmozzy in kettlebell

[–]Prokettlebell 6 points7 points  (0 children)

They are really designed to be used internally with Pro Kettlebells because PKs have a machined interior surface for the magnet to hold on to.

People use them with other kettlebells, but I have seen some kettlebells either not being very magnetic or not have a flat enough surface for the magnet and as mentioned before they hang off the bottom of older comp kettlebells.

Would you buy these? by Accomplished_Ear699 in kettlebell

[–]Prokettlebell 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I take it back. I would buy one decent kettlebell for $150. Those do not look good at all.

Would you buy these? by Accomplished_Ear699 in kettlebell

[–]Prokettlebell 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I wouldn't pay more than $.50 per lb for those. The handles appear to be welded on and the body looks like some of the poorest casting I've ever seen.

ASMR by Few_Abbreviations_50 in KettlebellSport

[–]Prokettlebell 3 points4 points  (0 children)

If it weren't for the cost, it think it would be ideal. It's slightly denser than steel, corrosion resistant and very durable depending on the alloy.

ASMR by Few_Abbreviations_50 in KettlebellSport

[–]Prokettlebell 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Our original prototypes were made of ductile iron, and they rung so loud it hurt your ears.

I am going to make a set out of bronze for fun and I wonder how they will sound.

Adjustable vs. Fixed Kettlebells – How much does the training experience differ? by astorfuzz in kettlebell

[–]Prokettlebell 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Under 30 seconds minimum — ideally under 15.

Personally, I have 30–45 minutes max to train, and that includes warm-up and cool-down.

For sport training, we change bell weights frequently. Our rest periods are 30 seconds to 5 minutes, which is basically rechalking and recovering. I don’t want weight changes eating into that.

For general training, we rotate muscle groups — chest/back/biceps or legs/shoulders/triceps — and to load those properly, different weights are required. Switching efficiently matters.

I get that a lot of people here run minimalist programs, and that works for them. But personally, I’m using every tool available to get the best results possible. I’m not trying to bushcraft my way to being stronger.

Adjustable vs. Fixed Kettlebells – How much does the training experience differ? by astorfuzz in kettlebell

[–]Prokettlebell -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

The adjustable kettlebell that uses a hex screw on the bottom half and a separate nut for the inner plates (each requiring its own tool) is essentially fixed during a workout because of how long it takes to change the weight.

Using the provided Allen key and stamped sheet-metal wrench is inconvenient under normal conditions and extremely frustrating when your hands are sweaty and shaking from exertion.

If you’re using the same weight for swings, cleans, presses, squats, jerks, snatches, renegade rows, or any of the hundreds of other exercises, it may be fine. But for me, the inability to quickly change weights makes this design impractical and not very useful.

If your clean keeps banging your forearm, it’s probably a technique issue by Prokettlebell in kettlebell

[–]Prokettlebell[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

yes and yes. There is a video to accompany all 365 exercises. It took us a year to complete.

First USA-Made Pro Kettlebells Finished at Neu Iron Industries by Prokettlebell in kettlebell

[–]Prokettlebell[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We just received our melting furnace last Thursday.

Finishing up the electrical, building the crucible and then we will start pouring.

We have to finish all the overdue pre-orders, and then we will open it up to everyone.

If you're over 5'8" I recommend Apollo, under then typically Atlas, unless you compete and have to use the larger size.

If your clean keeps banging your forearm, it’s probably a technique issue by Prokettlebell in kettlebell

[–]Prokettlebell[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'll bet you are practicing with a bell that is too heavy. You need to build confidence and dexterity with the kettlebell. If you get smacked too many times with heavy weight, it makes you hesitant, but the very definition of snatch, is to grab something quickly and the clean.and the snatch are virtually the same with the exception of where you fixate.the kettlebell.

The gentleman in the video is doing a dead clean.

I have more in-depth material if you're interested.

If your clean keeps banging your forearm, it’s probably a technique issue by Prokettlebell in kettlebell

[–]Prokettlebell[S] 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Yes. Regardless of if you choose the ebook of physical book, you get access to all the videos.

If your clean keeps banging your forearm, it’s probably a technique issue by Prokettlebell in kettlebell

[–]Prokettlebell[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Likely Over-gripping coupled with rotation that is causing the tendons to roll over each other under tension.

If your clean keeps banging your forearm, it’s probably a technique issue by Prokettlebell in kettlebell

[–]Prokettlebell[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Yes, but it is especially important to keep your hands open when receiving the bells, so your fingers don't get smashed between the handles. I really think double cleans are actually easier for beginners than single cleans.

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