Mark K Posted January 11, 2013 Share Posted January 11, 2013 I am doing Stronglifts 5x5 three days a week. I am thinking of adding some cardio, but cannot run for various reasons. I was doing rowing machine which I really like, but since I am already doing heavy squats with SL5x5, I don't want to duplicate that movement. Have heard some good things about using a Kettlebell for cardio, but don't know a thing about it. Is there something that will work, again without heavy knee dips or thigh involvement? If you make suggestions and there is a Link to a demo, I would appreciate it. Mark K. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChuckS Posted January 11, 2013 Share Posted January 11, 2013 This might be a good place to start: http://www.crossfit....ercise.html#KBs Later, Chuck Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aglifter Posted January 11, 2013 Share Posted January 11, 2013 I don't know how much carry-over there is from strongman to your activities, but GPP work - pushing wheel barrows, longer sets w. light weights, etc - builds a different capacity than running. But, we usually only did the light stuff as speed work - it was a great way to bump up your heart rate, so that just a walk would keep a high heart rate. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flatland Shooter Posted January 11, 2013 Share Posted January 11, 2013 Lots of kettlebell workouts on You Tube. My wife does workouts posted some British lady. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
toothguy Posted January 11, 2013 Share Posted January 11, 2013 (edited) If you can't run, joint issues or whatever, swimming is great for cardio. Most YMCA's and many fitness centers have heated pools that are nice in the winter. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Aq9AGcSPmzI&playnext=1&list=PL829DA166260B0F53 This video doesn't involve swimming or kettlebells but if you can find a Hula Hoop, it looks like a good workout. She's in great shape. Edited January 12, 2013 by toothguy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MattYvip Posted January 13, 2013 Share Posted January 13, 2013 I've been using Kettlebells for several years and you can deffinatly turn up the cardio with them. I'd look at Jeff Martone's Website http://www.tacticalathlete.com/ He's one of the foremost authorities on Kettlebells in the US. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark K Posted January 14, 2013 Author Share Posted January 14, 2013 Thank you all. Mark K. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NumLock Posted January 14, 2013 Share Posted January 14, 2013 Why can't you run? Bike or swim would be my next choice if a rower isn't an option. The thing is most cardio is leg intensive especially with kettlebells. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark K Posted January 14, 2013 Author Share Posted January 14, 2013 Running - Have some muscle cramping issues from Gulf War Syndrome, but mostly bad knees - impact of running is out. Used to Cycle extensively, but time constraints make it not a good option, though I have my bike on a stationary trainer, and use it occasionally. Mostly, I like higher intensity of 20min or so workouts. Also, with heavy squats schedule in weight lifting routine, I would rather let legs get some break. Let's just leave it at that. Thanks, Mark Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
prattj50 Posted January 26, 2013 Share Posted January 26, 2013 mark you would be amazed at what you could do with a tractor tire if you have the space. by flipping it , dragging it and attaching a rope to it and pulling it gives you a great cardio workout and a very strong core. by comming up with a routine and adding some plyometric exercises you will get results you could see and apply to your shooting sport. i've been doing it for awhile and its greatly improved my flexability and speed. create your own routine and do it 3 times a week... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bear23 Posted January 26, 2013 Share Posted January 26, 2013 (edited) Just hit the precor for 20 minutes after your lifting session. Edited January 26, 2013 by Bear23 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
STI91 Posted January 29, 2013 Share Posted January 29, 2013 an additional benefit to kettlebell training is, by their very nature, it incorporates grip training. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rpacker Posted February 3, 2013 Share Posted February 3, 2013 I like this DVD kettlebell workout http://www.artofstrength.com/products/providence-dvd.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fireman489 Posted March 1, 2013 Share Posted March 1, 2013 I incorporate KB's into my daily Dryfire routines.....How you would do that while isolating the legs I have no idea..... I have found Crossfit in general to be a perfect workout for what I do....... short & intense.... explosive power..... I have a video of me doing burpees then going right into dryfire.... Hope ya find a suitable solution Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Twoyellowlabs Posted June 28, 2013 Share Posted June 28, 2013 If you look up any of the Crossfit kettle bell workouts, there are a ton to look at. Turkish get ups are great for overall strength and kettle bell swings will get your heart rate up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Uglyblackguns Posted February 2, 2014 Share Posted February 2, 2014 I know this is an old topic. I hope you are still working with kettlebells, I have been for about 5 years now and I love em. Lately I have been working a lot with Geoff Neuperts stuff but there are many different instructors out there who have good programs to follow. If you haven't already check out Enter the Kettlebell by Pavel that to me is the ultimate starting point. And try to get the heaviest kettlebell you can lift. Right now I am using double 32 kgs but I had to start at 16kg when I first got into it. It has done wonders for my grip strength and overall endurance and strength/power. Good luck keep shooting and swing away comrade!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kylehb Posted March 26, 2014 Share Posted March 26, 2014 Try hitting the punching bag (heavy bag), it is one of the best forms of cardio you will find and you can virtually eliminate the use of your legs depending on how stationary you want to be. I would get the heaviest bag possible though for that reason, the lighter it is the more it will swing, and the more you'll have to chase it around. You can also find bags that have a D ring on the bottom so that they can be anchored to the floor as well. That would be the best choice in my opinion. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JBBoise Posted July 7, 2015 Share Posted July 7, 2015 I read all these books a couple years ago and he says you can get away with swings and Turkish get upshttp://fourhourworkweek.com/2011/01/08/kettlebell-swing/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Malarkey Posted July 22, 2015 Share Posted July 22, 2015 If you are looking for a great cardio workout, Kettlebells are the way to go. Try this tabatta style KB workout. 20s KB One arm Swing 10s Rest 20s KB Other arm Swing 10s Rest 20s KB One arm Snatch 10s rest 20s KB Other arm Snatch 10s rest 20s KB One Arm Clean & Sqaut 10s Rest 20s KB Other arm Clean & Squat 10s RestREPEAT X 6 Start with one round, and once your cardio improves add in additional rounds as you can . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ketanchand Posted September 29, 2015 Share Posted September 29, 2015 Swimming hands down is the best for you. It will increase your lung capacity like no other and improve your resting heart rate. Learn any stroke from a Master's swimming course - it really doesn't matter which one, and then hit the pool in the mornings to loosen you up for the rest of the day and for your lifting workouts. There is no real pushing against load with your legs, so it's a great recovery tool too. Running - Have some muscle cramping issues from Gulf War Syndrome, but mostly bad knees - impact of running is out. Used to Cycle extensively, but time constraints make it not a good option, though I have my bike on a stationary trainer, and use it occasionally. Mostly, I like higher intensity of 20min or so workouts. Also, with heavy squats schedule in weight lifting routine, I would rather let legs get some break. Let's just leave it at that.Thanks,Mark Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bullzeye Posted September 29, 2015 Share Posted September 29, 2015 (edited) If you do a google search for bear kettlebell complex you will find some nice exercise combos that will get your heart racing. Edited September 29, 2015 by Bullzeye Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rpm8300 Posted October 31, 2015 Share Posted October 31, 2015 Conceptually, I think what you're going for is to get your heart rate to 65%-85% without running or other pure cardio activities. Grinder workouts are very good for those - these can include kettlebell exercises. A generic grinder will last 30 minutes and you'll get your heart going quickly because the entire workout is non-stop. Do a brief warm up however you like and then 4 to 6 iterations of multiple exercises, again nonstop. One generic one I do is: 12x clean and press (you can use 2x dumbells instead of a full bar) 20x sit ups (put a medicine ball on your feet) 12x burpees (include or don't include a pushup) 12x medicine ball slams (can sub in a kettle bell exercise) 20x mountain climbers Do that entire thing 4 times in a row but change the number of reps each go around so that youre not slowing your pace down significantly - again, the goal is to get the HR in 65-85% and keep it there. So on the second go around you could do 10, 18, 10, 10, 18, etc. PM me for more info or alt exercises Tom Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EricG Posted December 28, 2015 Share Posted December 28, 2015 Elliptical , jump rope and stairs climbing are good short cardio workout. I sometime do 100 jump rope and then climb 5 flights of steps come back down jump rope 100 again and so forth for 20 to 30 minutes huge calorie burn and cardio blast. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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