Monday, February 21, 2011

Brook Benten Kettlebell: Butts & Guts Review


Review: Kettlebell: Butts & Guts
Brook Benten, 2010 

This all kettlebell workout is led by Brook in a cute gym set with 2 backgrounders, one shows modifications for most moves. You will need a 10-20 lb kettlebell for this workout. The dvd is chaptered very well & has good music. You will work up a great sweat while really targeting your buns!

Kettlebell Butts & Guts: (37 min) This is a heart pumping kettlebell workout. The kettlebell strength work in this provides a great cardio w/o w/ no impact or straight "cardio" work. Exercises include: swing variations, squat w/ an overhead push or toss, low runners lunge, gunslinger, pick up suitcase (weight), pliet w/ upright row, deadlifts, side lunges & dips while looping the bell around your legs, etc.

Fast-Track Express Kettlebell Butts & Guts: (16 min) This is condensed footage from the main workout (above) for days when you're short on time.

Fast-Track Kettlebell Abs: (8 min) This is a floor ab/ core section that uses your kettlebell. Exercises includes: Russain twists, V sit variations, sit ups, leg extensions, oblique crunches, double leg extensions. Brook uses the kettlebell to enhance all these moves.

I am not a kettlebell pro so I used a 10 or 15 # dumbbell and it worked just fine. I really like that I can burn a ton of calories in a strength workout w/ no straight "cardio" moves and how functional kettlebell work is! This dvd has a ton of variety and can be combined in so many ways depending on your time/ energy level for the day. Brook is a fantastic lead- I adore her personality, great cuing, fun workouts. I can't wait for more from her!

I received a sample of this product to review. I was in no other way compensated for my honest review. All thoughts and ideas expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commissions 16 CFR, Part 255 Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.  I can not be held responsible for shipping errors, postage errors, damage in transit, or undelivered prizes.
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90 comments:

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  17. Bouncin Barb SFebruary 21, 2011 at 1:47 PM

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    There're 8 clips in her Kettlebell tutorial right now. Very helpful.

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  69. KT Fit KittyFebruary 27, 2011 at 9:56 AM

    In the online store, I learned she has clips of the dvd's to view. I also learned she has a 3-dvd set called Kettlebody by Brook.

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  72. The Johnson'sMarch 1, 2011 at 6:48 PM

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  73. The Johnson'sMarch 1, 2011 at 6:48 PM

    Re- blogged #2

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  74. The Johnson'sMarch 1, 2011 at 6:49 PM

    Re- blogged #3

    http://sagekandco.blogspot.com/2011/03/not-my-giveaway-but-someone-elses.html

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  75. The Johnson'sMarch 1, 2011 at 6:49 PM

    Re- blogged #4

    http://sagekandco.blogspot.com/2011/03/not-my-giveaway-but-someone-elses.html

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  76. The Johnson'sMarch 1, 2011 at 6:49 PM

    And.... Re- blogged #5

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  89. Maria H.March 4, 2011 at 6:50 PM

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  90. Maria H.March 4, 2011 at 6:51 PM

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