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The 21-Day Kettlebell Challenge: Day 8

We move to a new rep scheme and change things up by working to a new format.

Lauren Brooks

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Day 8 of 21

The rep scheme is more like a ladder now and we’ve taken the total reps down.

1-Arm Kettlebell Snatch or Swing:
6R
6L
5R
5L
4R
4L
3R
3L
2R
2L
Total = 40

Shopping for a Kettlebell

Kettlebells are simple tools but finding the right one can get a little confusing. You have a range of sizes to choose from. If you are just starting out on our kettlebell journey then you can probably purchase just one kettlebell. Choose one that is comfortable to use but just enough of a challenging weight.

Developing strength will be an organic process. You’ll know when you’re ready to move up to a heavier kettlebell.

At the very minimum this is what I recommend:

  • Women – 8 KG (18 Lb) kettlebell
  • Men – 16 KG (35 Lb) kettlebell

In a perfect world it’s nice to have options for different exercises. If you have the funds to invest in several at a time then this is what I’d recommend for the average male and female:

  • Women – 8 KG, 12 KG, 16 KG
  • Men – 16 KG, 20 KG, 24 KG
Lauren Brooks

About Lauren Brooks

Lauren is the creator of eight highly regarded kettlebell DVDs that have been successful all over the world and author of Kettlebells For Women, along with the popular Be Strong Like A Mother program (Be SLAM).

Lauren, mother of two children, loves working with all individuals to bring out that inner athlete and transform peoples lives, but she truly is passionate about working with females and mothers. Lauren understands females do have different needs. While she feels Training Like a Man is important and has its place, it needs to be done wisely. Lauren enjoys watching her clients transform right beneath her eyes when it comes to incredible strength gains, fat loss, confidence, stamina, moving better and all over life happiness.

Lauren resides in Encinitas, California where she runs an outdoor gym all year round. Lauren Brooks has a BS Degree in Kinesiology with an emphasis in Fitness, Nutrition, and Health. She holds a laundry list of certifications including senior position for Strong First, Functional Movement Screen, Battling Ropes, TRX training, Primal Move instructor, and Clinical Nutritionist to name a few.

To learn more about Lauren and her story you can visit her site at On the Edge Fitness.

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