Ultimate Kettlebell Workouts for Beginners

With a strong focus on safety and proper form, this easygoing introduction to working out with a kettlebell features instructor Paul Katami, who begins (with an assistant) by demonstrating proper equipment weight, positioning, and warm up exercises (primarily designed to prepare wrists, ankles, and joints for the extra stress of the heavy kettlebells). To help beginners avoid injury, Katami also explains common pitfalls and errors in form. In the second segment, Katami leads a workout dedicated to drills and combinations, while the final section is devoted to core-strengthening exercises. All three sections can be played individually or as one long workout. “Drills and Combinations” consists of several standing swings, lifts, and stretches, while most of “Core Strengthening” is floor exercises, with the bell being used to stabilize the body. Set outdoors, with pleasant greenery and flowers, the pace is steady, but laidback enough for beginners to quickly get up to speed. DVD extras include a text bio of Katami. Recommended. Aud: P. (K. Cruver)