Kettlebells: Get Swinging

This weight equipment, which dates back centuries, is mega good for modern-day workouts

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If you frequent a gym, you’ve likely seen, or perhaps even tried, kettlebells—those cannonball-shaped weights with a handle, made of cast iron or steel. Or maybe you’ve wanted to try them but have felt a bit intimidated, especially by the bigger, heavier ones. Their use dates back at least ...

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