Kettle bells anyone?

[Sandraj39]

I would like to buy a couple of kettle bells to improve strength and to compliment my running.  Any recommendations for good brands which aren't really expensive? 

[Irishprincess Graduate]

I can't recommend any particular brands Sandra but I use them in the gym and can't imagine there's much difference just maybe in the handles and the grip. Maybe Google and check out some reviews? Don't do what I also used them for once and sat on the handle to "smooth out" very tight hamstrings. It worked a treat but I had bruises for a fortnight! 

[Rignold]

I have a selection of kettlebells, almos all of different makes The one significant difference I have found is the finishing on the handles. Some of the cheaper cast iron ones and almost all of the vinyl ones have 'seams' on the handles. More or less unnoticeable when you pick them up but rub the skin off your hands in a really nasty way when you start doing lots of reps with sweaty hands.

Of the popular cheaper brands I would recommend the Bodymax ones, and my wife has some little JLL ones which seem alright. My favourite are Rogue, but they are a bit pricier.

[Sandraj39 Graduate in reply to Rignold]

Thanks, that is really helpful🙂