The kettlebell goes way back, it first appeared in a Russian dictionary in 1704 (Cherkikh, 1994). So popular were kettlebells in Tsarist Russia that any strongman or weightlifter was referred to as a girevik, or 'a kettlebell man'.
"Not a single sport develops our muscular strength and bodies as well as kettlebell athletics," reported Russian magazine Hercules in 1913.
Meet Natasha! My new addition to DC Fitness gym. I am very excited about learning this new physical activity so stay tuned about more on kettlebells. Check out thisvideo that will just "make you happy"! or go to www.russiankettlebell.com and read more
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A 'kettlebell' or girya (Russ.) is a traditional Russian cast iron weight that looks like a cannonball with a handle. The ultimate tool for extreme all-round fitness. kettlebell training courses
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