Get sweaty with my Kettlebell Full Body Workout!
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Hi guys!
With warmer weather here, I've been taking my workouts outside! I can't get enough of being in nature this time of year, even if it means getting sweaty. One thing I've been doing is this Kettlebell Full Body workout. A kettlebell is an easy, portable fitness accessory to take with you if you want to add some weights to your workout, no matter where you are. If you don't have any, here's a great set!
The kettlebell is so fabulous because most of the exercises you do with it are full body, meaning you get more bang for your buck! It allows you to get in a great workout in less time. It's also a unique way to break out of your workout routine and keep your muscles engaged.
The one good thing about this workout is it's sure to make you sweat... especially if you are doing it in 85 degree weather by Lake Murray in Columbia. Here are the moves to get you started and some suggestions to keep that sweat at bay!
Kettlebell Full Body Workout
20 Overhead Swings
Squat with the kettlebell between your legs. Using your core, hips and quads swing the kettlebell overhead.
20 Plie Squats to Overhead Raises
Squat with your legs turned out until you reach 90 degrees, careful to not allow your toes to go over your knees. Raise up and lift the kettlebell overhead. Make this move even better by exploding into a jump out of the squat.
20 Front Lunges
Lunge forward, not allowing your knee to go past your ankle. If possible lightly touch your back knee to the ground. Repeat on each side 20 times.
10 Windmills
Start with your legs in a V and your arm up. Your leading leg should be turned out. Hinge your hip back and slide your arm down your leg focusing on the kettlebell above. Do 10 on each side!
20 High Pulls
Start with your legs hip width apart and the kettlebell on the ground. Bend your knees, grab the kettlebell and power up. Repeat 20 times with each arm.
100 Crunches
End with some great ab work! Do standard crunches, using the kettlebell as a weight. Then do Russian Twists as shown below. Do 50 standard crunches and 50 Russian Twists, breaking it up into two sets if you need to.
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Now if that workout doesn't make you sweat, I don't know what will! And seriously doing this workout outside in Columbia was a full on sweat sesh for me.
I'm a firm believer that sweat can cleanse the soul. Between yoga, running, hiking and workouts like this I try to get sweaty more days than not. It makes me feel strong and fit. I enjoy getting sweaty, but who wants to actually stink? Check out this quiz from CVS... it will give you an ideal deodorant considering your lifestyle and sweaty habits. It also generates a workout for you. They are making the deodorant choice simple!
I got and use the clinical category of deodorant and my ideal workout is squats-- woop! I'm a serious sweater when I workout so I always reach for Dove Cool Essentials Clinical Protection Antiperspirant Deodorant on days where I know I'm really going to be breaking a sweat. It offers strong antiperspirant protection and contains moisturizers for smooth and soft underarms. It provides prescription strength protection for up to 48 hours!
On calmer, non-workout days I adore Dove Invisible Clear Finish Dry Spray Antiperspirant because it stays off my clothes! It has a great clean, floral fragrance and literally leaves no marks even on black! In fact, it's proven to leave no white marks on 100 different colors.
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The dry sprays are great if you are on the go, antiperspirant is perfect if you are sweaty, the deodorant is ideal if you are worried about odor and the clinical is fabulous if you are super, duper sweaty like me!
That's a lot of choices, so make sure to do the quiz to figure out which one works for your needs!
Using Dove Cool Essentials Clinical Protection Antiperspirant Deodorant on workout days means I can feel great getting my fitness on... teaching my sweet nephew Owen about the joys of fitness at a young age!
He's definitely going to be on team kettlebell when he grows up!
This week you can save big on select Dove or Degree® deodorant products at CVS! Using your care you can get buy 1, get one 50% off now until Saturday the 20th!
Thanks for making Running in a Skirt part of your day! Come back tomorrow for a tour of my garden this year.
Your turn!
Do the quiz and let me know what workout and deodorant you got!
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Jamie says
Note to readers, twist crunches are agony the next day if you have not done them before! 🙂
Tara says
Hello, i need to get into kettle bell workouts and find the right weight for me.
Thanks
kimmythevegan says
I love me a good kettlebell workout! This one is great =) And your kettlebell is quite cute, I'm used to seeing the ugly, plain metal ones at the gym. I don't have any at home, but have been considering getting one for some time.
ps. I LOVE your workout pants!
Janelle @ Run With No Regrets says
My friend loves working out with kettlebells and tells me how versatile they are. I need to look into getting some - I have a couple but they are very lightweight! Great ideas!
Laura says
I love easy workouts like this that I can do with my kids around (while they imitate me lol)!
Emily @ Pizza @ Pull-ups says
That an awesome workout! I need to get a kettle bell for at home. I use them at the gym, but it's such a nice, compact item for the at home gym
JulieWunder says
Totally! I think they are great for a home gym.
Farrah says
I love this! I've been wanting to do kettle bell work outs. I need to io my game so I burn more calories.
Kimberly Hatting says
I need to give this a try! I have a kettlebell but seldom ever use it...
Jessica says
I love kettle bell workouts! I always try to include windmills. They really get those obliques!
JulieWunder says
Totally! Good stuff. Thanks Jessica.
Kim G says
I don't do it often, but I love working out with kettlebells! It's nice to get away from traditional dumbbells every now and then!
JulieWunder says
So nice to mix it up. Thanks so much Kim.
jill conyers says
I know people that love them but I just can't get into kettlebells. I need to try again.
JulieWunder says
Yes you do!
Kristina @ Love & Zest says
Kettlebells are such a great addition to a workout and I never underestimate the power of a good deodorant!
JulieWunder says
So true :-)!
Emily @Sinful Nutrition says
I love full body workouts like this. Definitely giving this one a try this week!
JulieWunder says
Thanks Emily!
Mary says
I love using kettlebells! The only draw back is the handle...sometimes I cant' fit both hands depending on the size of the bell. It's then awkward and uncomfortable. I love that you do windmills! Every time I do them, or see someone doing them, I have to ask how d they get that name! lol. Do you know?
JulieWunder says
ya know... I have no idea! They are fun though!
Mikki says
We have a kettle ball sitting in our room. It's my husbands but he doesn't use it much. I have stubbed my toe on it a few times. LOL. This has inspired me to pick it up and use it!!
JulieWunder says
Bahhhh... not the best use for it! lol!
Andrea Nine says
Love to get my kettlebell on! Love your cute workout pants!
JulieWunder says
Thanks Andrea!
Elena says
I hate to workout, but these look so easy and if I include my nephew in the routine I think I will have more fun and enjoy a workout 🙂
JulieWunder says
Exactly! Too cute for words!
Farrah says
I need to try out this workout after I finish up my current workout schedule!!
Also, I love your capris! 😀 They're so cute!
JulieWunder says
Thanks Farrah!
Alisa @ Go Dairy Free says
That looks like a good workout! I've still never tried kettlebell work. Have to get on that.
JulieWunder says
Let me know what you think!
Taylor Kiser says
Love that the weather is getting nicer now so that I can get outside and do some exercising! This looks like a great workout! Will be a nice change from the usual.
JulieWunder says
Thanks Taylor!
Wendy@Taking the Long Way Home says
This looks tough! Becky always manages to kick my butt with a kettlebell workout!
JulieWunder says
I need to get on on Becky's workouts!
Carmy says
I'm loving your tights!
JulieWunder says
Thanks Carmy!
Alicia @Bridges Through Life says
Love this workout. I am glad I finally have a gym that has kettlebells in more than 2 weights. Will have to try this
JulieWunder says
yay! Let me know how it goes.
dixya says
i need to get into kettle bell workouts and find the right weight for me.
JulieWunder says
You do!
Emily Kyle says
I am loving the step by step pictures you have here Julie! And I love that view even more! I would be outside all day if I had a view like that!
JulieWunder says
Me too! My SIL has a view you can't beat.
Abbey Sharp says
Awesome photos and work out! Will give some of those a try next time Im at the gym!
JulieWunder says
Thanks Abbey!
Chrissy @ Snacking in Sneakers says
This KB workout looks great! I lucked out a few years ago and found some kettlebells in a free yard sale pile outside someone's house. Best find ever!
JulieWunder says
SCORE!
Christina Bauer says
Jeez, I need a kettlebell! Looks like an excellent workout. Also, those tights are TOO COOL!
JulieWunder says
Thanks! I love them too.
Heather @ HeatherRunsFast.com says
I don't have a kettle bell but I could totally do this with a heavy weight! Thanks for sharing!
JulieWunder says
Yes! Just hold it by one end.
Annmarie says
Love me a KB workout - this one looks sweaty! 😉
JulieWunder says
It is!!!
Tasting Page says
It's been a little while since I've used kettle bells, but you've just inspired me to pick them up again. Thanks for the exercises!
JulieWunder says
Thanks Kelly! It's a fun way to mix it up.
Emily says
I love kettlebell workouts; they are tough. However I've never mastered the windmill. I think I need to try a really light kettlebell or a light dumbbell to get the form down right. :))) Your form is so good Julie. 🙂
JulieWunder says
Thanks Emily! It's a tricky one! I think yoga helps.
Blane Sherer says
Nice shots of you doing the workout.
Looks like a winning workout !
JulieWunder says
Thanks Blane!
Lacey@fairytalesandfitness says
Such a cute pic of you two. This is perfect. I was just getting putting some exercises around for my class this week. I will have to add these moves to it. Thanks. Your capris are so fun!
JulieWunder says
Thanks Lacey! The remind me of the tropics!
Deborah @ Confessions of a mother runner says
Those are some of my favorite moves! Sweaty indeed. Love all your photos
JulieWunder says
Thank you Deborah!
Dan Steadman says
workout: Pick up sports (can see that...do like a good round of soccer outside)
deo: Dove, Degree, or Axe (um no on that)
JulieWunder says
haha! Thanks Dan!
Susie @ Suzlyfe says
What a fantastic workout--truly full body!
JulieWunder says
Thanks Susie!
heather @Lunging Through Life says
Awesome workout! I can't wait to get back out there and do it 🙂 Thanks for sharing! Love your outfit too.
JulieWunder says
Thanks Heather!