K-Flow asked:


Now i’m in pretty good shape. i run, lift weights, use kettlebells and all sorts of misc. equipment and also partake in MMA. I know that changing your body is 70-80% nutrition while the rest is training, but why do so many people, especially on here, not know that the key to all the questions about how can i change my body?, omg im so fat!, how do i lose my belly fat?,etc, is just the simple answer of eat more nutritious foods and exercise more while eating more smaller meals throughout the day? is that such a hard answer for many to comprehend?

Jeanette

Matt asked:


I’m 22 years old 5′7 175lbs. I’m trying to get back in shape for the Army’s OCS(Officer Canidate School). I just started kettlebell training. I’d like to drop around 15 pounds and gain some strength as well. How long should i train every day with the kettlebell? what are the main exercises i should focus on? Any guidance is appreciated!

Lois

webinerd asked:


Hi, Thanks to whoever answered my previous questions, lots of great answers…
Hi,
I was researching a bit, and I figured out some good exercises for six pack, etc…I am not overweight, but I definitely am not skinny….I have about 15-20% Body Fat…so my question….could I get some nice looks with good cardio and core exercises…about 1 hr a day? I am also getting a medicine ball, stability ball, kettlebell, and resistance bands to work with….now, I dont wanna get too buffish like this:
http://z.about.com/d/bodybuilding/1/0/h/1/Abs2.JPG
just more along the lines of this:
http://www.calvinklein.com/product/index.jsp?productId=3171587
Thanks. BTW…I have no gym to go to, just bodyweight, and the above listed materials I will be getting….
I also have a stationary bike and a gazelle (the equipment, not the animal).
And I have a lot of room to run if need be…got a whole forest path in my town.
Yeah, I’m also starting to aim for about 1500-2000 calories a day.
Also, for nice pecs (not huge and buffish), are some kettlebell swings, resistance bands, and pushups enough? Thanks again. And…when I do ab and cardio stuff, will that v-shape leading to the groin area automatically show…?

Maurice

Tom K asked:


im training for wrestling…. off season is coming up and i was just wondering what are some good exercises i can use. i have alot of equipment. kettlebells bench/squat rack sandbag keg tire sledgehammer dip/pullup, mat, medicine ball. i know all the basic exercises i was just looking for some creative ones. you can include some cool bodyweight exercises too.

Paul

Tami T asked:


HI, I am a 28yr old female that is 5′3 and weighs 160. I carry all my weight in my stomach, sides, and lower back. I would like to lose 20-30lbs in 6 months…in time for my wedding. :o)
I need help with a workout program I can do at home with free weights (I also have a kettlebell) and an elliptical.
My goals are to: lose weight, tone arms and abs (lower), and build muscle on my gluteous maximus.
I would like to know exactly what exercises I should do and when to do them. i have been told that it is good to work 2 areas a day, say back and arms on one day, and legs and abs another. Any advice would be helpful. Thanks..and wish me luck!
**please do not post anything about diet pills**
I want help losing wight by EXERCISING!!!!!

Ellen

TenToes asked:


I’m in need of a decent workout to gain strength and muscle mass for sport next year.
I don’t particularly want to join a gym but at home i have dumbells, kettlebells and a pull up bar.

Can anyone please inform me of some good exercises focusing on the abdominal muscles, back, arms and chest?

Thanks in advance!

Holly

dave d asked:


I’ve been using a 16 kg kettlebell for about 6 weeks now, alongside daily swimming and exercise bike sessions. I’ve lost 11 lbs, feel healthier, fitter, and can feel a real difference in strength in my upper body already. What I’m wanting to do now though is bulk-up quite a bit, especially in my shoulders, chest and arms. If I move up to a 24kg kettlebell will I be able to develop a noticeably bulky muscle mass over the next year if I train hard 3 times a week? Is this weight heavy enough to do this?

Mark

Evidence II asked:


I read they can improve your jumping, strenght and mobility qualities.

in some Italian bodybuilding forums i read they are a sort of weights but better because they forced some muscles that without those aren’t enough trained, that with normal weights it’s hard to train.

They say that many Basketball, Football and Rugby players use those, to improve explosivity, body control and athletism

Is that true? Is there someone of you who use it?
If i wanna buy, do them cost a lot??!

i’m doing at the moment plyo-metrics exercises to maintein my elevation or improve it…. Should i stop or can i do it with Kettlebells exercises at the same time?

Thanks

Lee

arl820 asked:


I am 34 years old and quit smoking 7 months ago. I have always been petite and been able to eat whatever I want without any weight issues. Growing up I was a professional dancer but have not really done any physical exercise in the past 15 years.
5 months ago I put on 10lbs. For a 5 tall person that is A LOT and I no longer fit in any of my clothes. Determined to be healthy and not revert back to smoking I began doing Kettlebell and CrossFit workouts 4-5 times a week and have drastically change my eating habits (I follow the Zone diet).
I continue to GAIN weight. I am up another 5 pounds and it is not muscle as my clothes do not fit any better. I am increasing my cardio to 4 times a week (Spin for 45Min’s) and keeping my calories to 1200 but have no results.
Any suggestions would be most helpful!
No , I do not snack a lot .

Claudia

materialgirl asked:


Now that its a new year I want to really focused I am already motivated but I need more insight, I want to tone up but most of all loose weight I heard about the kettlebells but I don’t want to tone up what I already have lol let me know, I don’t do diet pills. I like the regular way, diets and exercise. So if anyone has any ideas let me know

Thanks :]

Julie