It's a tall order to be calm and dignified all the time. Obama spooks me out for this very reason. I'm not being judgmental of the man here but he's really chilled out. Don't suppose he has any moments when he throws things around because he's just pissed like normal human beings.
Almost everyone of us have been in one of these episodes where you throw and break things because you've just about had enough. And you can only appease that anger by destroying some thing, regardless of who valuable it might be at the time…
While there are some of you who might deny being this way, there are those who are – and it's time that you considered using kettlebells, if only to mimic the quick "throwing movements" that come with this form of exercise.
Kettlebell Weights – An Introduction
Even though most people think that kettlebell weights are the latest fitness fad, nothing can be further from the truth. Actually, Russians have been using them years together now, and which was passed on to the military and their Olympians as well.
Of course, Hollywood has taken this form of training and made the most of it and the list of names goes on – Lance Armstrong, Sylvester Stallone, Kim Basinger, Jennifer Lopez, the entire cast of "300" and the legendary Bruce Lee.
And not surprisingly, the US Secret Service and the US Navy Seals have taken it up in training as well.
But what you should keep in mind especially if you're one of the try-anything types, this form of exercise is not for those with a strained back or shoulders or even a weak core.
One good reason for this is because it is vigorous exercise…
But for those of you who can (and should) take a shot at this type of training, you should know that you can train with these cannonball-like objects with increasing weights of 1/2 a pood (16 kg) such as 8kg, 16kg, 24kg, 32kg, 40kg and 48kg.
Just the mere mention of the word pood should tell you how rich in tradition this form of exercise really is… with its origins in Russia, of course, and yes… as old as vodka itself!
Kettlebell Weights Training: An Overview
Perhaps the best part about working with Kettlebells is that it mimics everyday movements as opposed to other workouts that you find these days. According to some people who have tried this workout, you're done in 50 minutes or so, in comparison to those who pound away at those weights for two or three weights, way after your testosterone levels are depleted.
But what are the benefits, you might ask?
With a focus on strength, flexibility and cardiovascular training, need I say more?
If that's not enough, the shoulders, lower back and legs get an excellent workout, thanks to even the most basic exercises such as the swing, snatch and clean & jerk which work on almost all muscles in the body.
And if you are interested, follow this link in order to know more about kettlebell exercises…
In Closing
So much for being able to throw (your) weight around… huh?
