What is the goal of this program? Kickbutt Kettlebell will take your athleticism to the next level; the focus is to increase your performance and maximize calorie burn per session. Each day is a combination of upper and lower body muscle groups, however the pairings are strategized to emphasize specific muscles for development while maximizing the metabolic effect of a ‘full body workout’. Making gains and shredding fat; you’re getting the best of both worlds.
What equipment will I need for this program? We highly recommend a small selection of kettlebells (1 light, 1 medium, 1 heavy - resistance is relative to the user). However, this workout can be performed with the use of dumbbells, bands or any other creative tools that suit the appropriate exercise.
What makes this program unique? Pairing select lower and upper body muscles together in one workout increases your metabolic output, meaning you can shorten your rest periods and develop muscle size and density and increase your cardiovascular conditioning. Bottom line, you’ll lose fat fast and get in phenomenal shape. These strategic pairings enable the trainee to train upper and lower body at a higher frequency of 3-4x/week, shaping a great physique and hardening the muscles in the process. You’ll be rock solid by the end of this!
Trainees looking for efficient and challenging experience that will give them a competitive edge on performance. Anyone who enjoys playing sports, participating in obstacle runs or wants to feel and look like an athlete.
What is the difficulty level? This workout is suited for beginner to intermediate. For beginners who are just getting their feet wet with KB Swings, practice the basic swing and get comfortable with it before adding variations such as the high row, or the tricky “swing to sit”. Basic Kettlebell Swings challenge the entire body, from legs, to core, to upper back and will help you build the foundation and confidence you need to get fancy ;)
What modifications should I make if I have any injuries/restrictions? As fore-mentioned; become proficient in the basic swing or sumo-high pull and substitute those foundational movements for their fancier counterparts. If the swing causes issues for clients with hip or back injuries, substitute swings for deadlift or front loaded squat variations and add planks to build core stability.
How should I structure this in a schedule? This is a 4 day split that should be spread throughout a 7 day cycle. So from Sunday-Saturday plan to have 4 days on and 3 off. Try not to end up with more than 2 days off in a row.
Can I supplement or add in any other workouts into this program? For beginners, stick to the schedule and focus on maintaining consistency in getting your workouts done. If you’re craving more or feel stiff on your off days, include some light walks followed by stretching to promote recovery and improve flexibility. For intermediate trainees, you may incorporate moderate to intense cardio on the off days. As always, we highly recommend yoga or classes that promote mobility on the off days.