Kettlebells and 12 year old girls
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![]() I was going to buy some kettlebells for my daughter. I wanted to get here started using them and thought I would ask here. I know there are a few people on her that use them on a regular basis. So questions to start are, what size should I get? Are there one brans over another or one brand to avoid? What is a good resource for workouts for her? What are the prices like, I have seen the 15 pound ones in a local chain sporting goods store for $36,is this normal or high? I am looking for any input. Joe Edited by Puppetmaster 2013-08-29 6:36 PM |
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![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() do you have like a TJ Maxx or anything like that near you? I ask because sometimes if you look in their fitness section you can pick up some cheap lighter weight ones - I think I have like a 8lb that I got for about $6 - I would shop around I would say that you probably want a small range or them, so that she can vary depending on what she is doing - i.e. kettlebell swing, I can do more weight but when I do other stuff, I go for lighter weight you could also check craigslist and see if ppl are selling anything cheap |
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Champion ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() Originally posted by Puppetmaster I was going to buy some kettleballs for my daughter. I wanted to get here started using them and thought I would ask here. I know there are a few people on her that use them on a regular basis. So questions to start are, what size should I get? Are there one brans over another or one brand to avoid? What is a good resource for workouts for her? What are the prices like, I have seen the 15 pound ones in a local chain sporting goods store for $36,is this normal or high? I am looking for any input. Joe start smaller than that. what does she plan to do with them? |
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Pro ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() Bought mine from here: http://www.amazon.com/gp/shops/storefront/index.html?ie=UTF8&market... Totally reasonable price-wise, delivery was quick, and everything was exactly what i ordered. I'd get the 4kg (8.8lbs) to start. I use the 8kg for one arm stuff, and the 12kg or 18kg for two arm stuff and squats. |
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![]() This user's post has been ignored. Edited by Teejaay 2013-08-29 6:28 PM |
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![]() Originally posted by Teejaay Originally posted by mehaner I agree with Meh ...I've been using kettlebells for 1.5 years and use heavier weight. I still bang myself up. I also see adults struggle in class with 13-22lb bells until they get the hang of it. There is a lot you can do with the bells some moves requiring technique and most importantly good form so you don't hurt yourself. For a 12 year old I'd go light at first and make sure she's using them properly. Originally posted by Puppetmaster I was going to buy some kettleballs for my daughter. I wanted to get here started using them and thought I would ask here. I know there are a few people on her that use them on a regular basis. So questions to start are, what size should I get? Are there one brans over another or one brand to avoid? What is a good resource for workouts for her? What are the prices like, I have seen the 15 pound ones in a local chain sporting goods store for $36,is this normal or high? I am looking for any input. Joe start smaller than that. what does she plan to do with them? Thanks, I was hoping you and Comet would chime in. I will get here light ones ,I just used the 15 pounder as a price reference. Any suggestions on what she should start with for movements? Joe |
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Pro![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() Originally posted by Puppetmaster Originally posted by Teejaay Originally posted by mehaner I agree with Meh ...I've been using kettlebells for 1.5 years and use heavier weight. I still bang myself up. I also see adults struggle in class with 13-22lb bells until they get the hang of it. There is a lot you can do with the bells some moves requiring technique and most importantly good form so you don't hurt yourself. For a 12 year old I'd go light at first and make sure she's using them properly. Originally posted by Puppetmaster I was going to buy some kettleballs for my daughter. I wanted to get here started using them and thought I would ask here. I know there are a few people on her that use them on a regular basis. So questions to start are, what size should I get? Are there one brans over another or one brand to avoid? What is a good resource for workouts for her? What are the prices like, I have seen the 15 pound ones in a local chain sporting goods store for $36,is this normal or high? I am looking for any input. Joe start smaller than that. what does she plan to do with them? Thanks, I was hoping you and Comet would chime in. I will get here light ones ,I just used the 15 pounder as a price reference. Any suggestions on what she should start with for movements? Joe See if there's a Kettlebell 101 class or something similar in your area. She needs to learn proper form, especially since her body is still developing. |
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![]() This user's post has been ignored. Edited by Teejaay 2013-08-29 7:04 PM |
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Queen BTich![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() I agree with what everyone posted. 1. go with lighter weight. She will progress quickly, but there's no rush to go heavier. 2. find an intro KB class or pay for a 1-on-1. One of my gyms had a KB class each week and non-members could pay a drop in. It was really fun. 3. Prices: you can get the sub-12lb ones almost anywhere. TJ Maxx and Target put them on sale often. WalMart and Dicks/Sports Authority does too. $36 seems about right, but I'm sure you can find a little cheaper. I found some for $20 and $25 at Target once. I'll browse around for some good prices on heavier ones and post them later. |
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Pro![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() So, I'm not quite sure what Kettleballs are but I'm questioning if they'd be appropriate for 12 year old girls. Boys maybe, but not girls. ;-) |
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Master![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() Originally posted by tuwood So, I'm not quite sure what Kettleballs are but I'm questioning if they'd be appropriate for 12 year old girls. Boys maybe, but not girls. ;-) I was thinking the Kettlebells would be easier to swing around than the 12 year old girls. |
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Master![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() | ![]() My 7 year old daughter has an 8 pound KB and my 4 year old has a 4 pounder. No, they aren't doing 20 minute workouts but when I'm teaching my class they are in the back of the room setting up their own circuits and swinging kb's. I think they are a great tool and kids benefit from the spacial awareness and body control more than the strength or anaerobic conditioning. |
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![]() Originally posted by JHag My 7 year old daughter has an 8 pound KB and my 4 year old has a 4 pounder. No, they aren't doing 20 minute workouts but when I'm teaching my class they are in the back of the room setting up their own circuits and swinging kb's. I think they are a great tool and kids benefit from the spacial awareness and body control more than the strength or anaerobic conditioning. If I recall you are on the west side? I am over between Lapeer and Flint. I would not take my daughter to Flint for a class, you know anyone close to Lapeer? Joe |
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![]() Originally posted by Comet I agree with what everyone posted. 1. go with lighter weight. She will progress quickly, but there's no rush to go heavier. 2. find an intro KB class or pay for a 1-on-1. One of my gyms had a KB class each week and non-members could pay a drop in. It was really fun. 3. Prices: you can get the sub-12lb ones almost anywhere. TJ Maxx and Target put them on sale often. WalMart and Dicks/Sports Authority does too. $36 seems about right, but I'm sure you can find a little cheaper. I found some for $20 and $25 at Target once. I'll browse around for some good prices on heavier ones and post them later. Lapeer Michigan is the closest larger town |
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