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Sturdy RE, Astorino TA. Post-exercise metabolic response to kettlebell complexes vs. high intensity functional training. Eur J Appl Physiol 2024:10.1007/s00421-024-05579-z. [PMID: 39153081 DOI: 10.1007/s00421-024-05579-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/17/2024] [Accepted: 08/13/2024] [Indexed: 08/19/2024]
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PURPOSE This study compared the magnitude of excess post-exercise oxygen consumption (EPOC) between kettlebell complexes (KC) and high-intensity functional training (HIFT) and identified predictors of the EPOC response. METHODS Active men (n = 11) and women (n = 10) (age 25 ± 6 yr) initially completed testing of resting energy expenditure and maximal oxygen uptake (VO2max), followed by lower and upper-body muscle endurance testing. On two subsequent days separated by ≥ 48 h, participants completed KC requiring 6 sets of kettlebell exercises (pushups, deadlifts, goblet squats, rows, and swings) with 60 s recovery between sets, and HIFT requiring 6 sets of bodyweight exercises (mountain climbers, jump squats, pushups, and air squats) with 60 s recovery. During exercise, gas exchange data and blood lactate concentration (BLa) were acquired and post-exercise, EPOC was assessed for 60 min. RESULTS Results showed no difference in EPOC (10.7 ± 4.5 vs. 11.6 ± 2.7 L, p = 0.37), and VO2 and ventilation (VE) were significantly elevated for 30 and 60 min post-exercise in response to KC and HIFT. For KC and HIFT, HRmean and post-exercise BLa (R2 = 0.37) and post-exercise BLa and VE (R2 = 0.52) explained the greatest shared variance of EPOC. CONCLUSION KC and HIFT elicit similar EPOC and elevation in VO2 which is sustained for 30-60 min post-exercise, leading to 55 extra calories expended. Results show no association between aerobic fitness and EPOC, although significant associations were revealed for mean HR as well as post-exercise VE and BLa.
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- Robert E Sturdy
- Department of Kinesiology, California State University-San Marcos, San Marcos, CA, USA
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- Department of Kinesiology, California State University-San Marcos, San Marcos, CA, USA.
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Body Composition and Strength Symmetry of Kettlebell Sport Athletes. BIOLOGY 2023; 12:biology12030440. [PMID: 36979132 PMCID: PMC10044987 DOI: 10.3390/biology12030440] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/12/2023] [Revised: 03/07/2023] [Accepted: 03/10/2023] [Indexed: 03/14/2023]
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Kettlebell sport (KBs) is increasingly popular, but very few studies have been focused on this discipline. This research aims to investigate the effects of KBs on body composition, strength symmetry, and segmental body composition symmetry in a sample of Italian elite athletes. Data were collected from a sample of 16 athletes of both sexes (11 men and 5 women; 34.5 ± 9.0 years of age). Anthropometric (height, weight, arm, thigh, calf, and waist circumferences), hand grip strength, and total and segmental bioelectrical variables were taken. Body composition was analysed by using specific bioelectrical impedance vector analysis (BIVA). Paired t-tests and confidence ellipses were applied to analyse bilateral differences. Elite athletes of both sexes showed high values of phase angle, indicative of high body cell mass and quality and proxy of muscle mass. Hand grip strength and body composition were symmetrical, with the only exception of a higher %FM in the right leg (Zsp: t = 3.556; p = 0.003). In conclusion, this study suggests that KBs contributes to muscle mass improvement, body composition, and strength symmetry, especially in the upper body.
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Video tracking and force platform measurements of the kettlebell lifts long cycle and snatch. SN APPLIED SCIENCES 2021. [DOI: 10.1007/s42452-021-04220-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/27/2022] Open
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AbstractWe present force platform measurements and video tracking analysis of a kettlebell-trained international top athlete performing the kettlebell lifts long cycle and snatch. The ground reaction force measured with the force platform strongly varies during the kettlebell lift. Video analysis reveals the contributions of the kettlebells and the athlete’s body parts to the ground reaction force. The force platform measurements agree with the forces estimated from video tracking usually to within 30%. The presented data allows estimates of the energy and power required for kettlebell lifts, the mechanical efficiency (long cycle: 48%; snatch : 57%), and the forces on the athlete’s joints.
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Rufo-Tavares W, Barbosa Lira CA, Andrade MS, Zimerer C, Leopoldo AS, Sarro KJ, Gentil P, Nikolaidis PT, Rosemann T, Knechtle B, Vancini RL. Effects of kettlebell training and detraining on mood status and sleep and life quality of healthy women. J Bodyw Mov Ther 2020; 24:344-353. [PMID: 33218532 DOI: 10.1016/j.jbmt.2020.07.006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/12/2019] [Revised: 05/06/2020] [Accepted: 07/19/2020] [Indexed: 01/17/2023]
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BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE Kettlebell exercise have become popular because of its ability to simultaneously train aerobic/anaerobic systems, low cost and easy access, and the great potential for physical fitness programs with a focus on public health. However, little is known about its effects on mood status, sleep, and quality of life (QOL) parameters. The aim of the present study was to examine the effects of kettlebell training/detraining on the prevention of depressive and anxiety symptoms and QOL and sleep quality. METHODS The sample was composed of 17 healthy women (age: 26.0 ± 5.0 years; body mass: 60.9 ± 12.5 kg; height: 164.6 ± 5.5 cm). The study was organized into four consecutive phases: pre-intervention (PRE), intervention (kettlebell training, 12 weeks, three times/week), post-intervention (POST) and detraining (D, four weeks). The questionnaires SF-36 (QOL), Beck (depressive symptoms), State-Anxiety Inventory (acute anxiety symptoms), POMS (mood state) and the Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (sleep quality) were administered at PRE/POST/D phases. RESULTS QOL, anxiety, sleep quality, and mood state exhibited no differences between PRE/POST/D. Levels of depressive symptoms significantly decreased (22.0%, p = 0.003) between PRE and POST phases, and remained low and similar to POST levels after D. CONCLUSION Twelve weeks of kettlebell training was able to reduce and prevent depressive/anxiety symptoms in healthy women and these results were maintained after short-term detraining. Thus, kettlebell training might be considered an alternative method on the promotion of mental health and prevention of mood disorders and consequently can improve QOL even in health people.
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- Weverton Rufo-Tavares
- Centro de EducaçãoFísica e Desportos (CEFD), Universidade Federal Do Espírito Santo (UFES), Av. Fernando Ferrari, 514 Goiabeiras, Zip code: 29075810, Vitória, ES, Brazil.
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- Setor de Fisiologia Humana e Do Exercício, Faculdade de Educação Física e Dança, Universidade Federal de Goiás (UFG), Avenida Esperança S/n, Campus Samambaia, Zip code: 74690-900, Goiânia, GO, Brazil.
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- Departamento de Fisiologia, Universidade Federal de São Paulo (UNIFESP), Rua Botucatu, 862, 5° Andar, Zip code: 04023-062, São Paulo, SP, Brazil.
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- Centro de EducaçãoFísica e Desportos (CEFD), Universidade Federal Do Espírito Santo (UFES), Av. Fernando Ferrari, 514 Goiabeiras, Zip code: 29075810, Vitória, ES, Brazil.
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- Centro de EducaçãoFísica e Desportos (CEFD), Universidade Federal Do Espírito Santo (UFES), Av. Fernando Ferrari, 514 Goiabeiras, Zip code: 29075810, Vitória, ES, Brazil.
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- Faculdade de Educação Física, Universidade Estadual de Campinas (UNICAMP), Av. Érico Veríssimo, 701, Cidade Universitária "Zeferino Vaz", Zip code: 13.083-851, Barão Geraldo, Campinas, São Paulo, SP, Brazil.
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- Setor de Fisiologia Humana e Do Exercício, Faculdade de Educação Física e Dança, Universidade Federal de Goiás (UFG), Avenida Esperança S/n, Campus Samambaia, Zip code: 74690-900, Goiânia, GO, Brazil.
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- Institute of Primary Care, University of Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland.
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- Medbase St. Gallen Am Vadianplatz, St. Gallen and Institute of Primary Care, University of Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland.
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- Centro de EducaçãoFísica e Desportos (CEFD), Universidade Federal Do Espírito Santo (UFES), Av. Fernando Ferrari, 514 Goiabeiras, Zip code: 29075810, Vitória, ES, Brazil.
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Meigh NJ, Keogh JWL, Schram B, Hing WA. Kettlebell training in clinical practice: a scoping review. BMC Sports Sci Med Rehabil 2019; 11:19. [PMID: 31497302 PMCID: PMC6719359 DOI: 10.1186/s13102-019-0130-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/08/2019] [Accepted: 07/24/2019] [Indexed: 01/08/2023]
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BACKGROUND A scoping review of scientific literature on the effects of kettlebell training. There are no authoritative guidelines or recommendations for using kettlebells within a primary care setting. Our review objectives were to identify the extent, range and nature of the available evidence, to report on the types of evidence currently available to inform clinical practice, to synthesise key concepts, and identify gaps in the research knowledge base. METHODS Following the PRISMA-ScR Checklist, we conducted a search of 10 electronic databases from inception to 1 February 2019. There were no exclusions in searching for publications. A single reviewer screened the literature and abstracted data from relevant publications. Articles were grouped and charted by concepts and themes relevant to primary care, and narratively synthesised. Effect sizes from longitudinal studies were identified or calculated, and randomised controlled trials assessed for methodological quality. RESULTS Eight hundred and twenty-nine records were identified to 1 February 2019. Four hundred and ninety-six were screened and 170 assessed for eligibility. Ninety-nine publications met the inclusion criteria. Effect sizes were typically trivial to small. One trial used a pragmatic hardstyle training program among healthy college-age participants. Two trials reported the effects of kettlebell training in clinical conditions. Thirty-three studies explicitly used 'hardstyle' techniques and 4 investigated kettlebell sport. Also included were 6 reviews, 22 clinical/expert opinions and 3 case reports of injury. Two reviewers independently evaluated studies using a modified Downs & Black checklist. CONCLUSIONS A small number of longitudinal studies, which are largely underpowered and of low methodological quality, provide the evidence-informed therapist with little guidance to inform the therapeutic prescription of kettlebells within primary care. Confidence in reported effects is low to very low. The strength of recommendation for kettlebell training improving measures of physical function is weak, based on the current body of literature. Further research on reported effects is warranted, with inclusion of clinical populations and investigations of musculoskeletal conditions common to primary care. There is a need for an externally valid, standardised approach to the training and testing of kettlebell interventions, which better informs the therapeutic use of kettlebells in primary care.
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- Neil J. Meigh
- Faculty of Health Sciences and Medicine, Bond University, Institute of Health & Sport, Gold Coast, Queensland 4226 Australia
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- Faculty of Health Sciences and Medicine, Bond University, Institute of Health & Sport, Gold Coast, Queensland 4226 Australia
- Sports Performance Research Centre New Zealand, AUT University, Auckland, New Zealand
- Kasturba Medical College, Manipal Academy of Higher Education Mangalore, Manipal, Karnataka India
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- Faculty of Health Sciences and Medicine, Bond University, Institute of Health & Sport, Gold Coast, Queensland 4226 Australia
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- Faculty of Health Sciences and Medicine, Bond University, Institute of Health & Sport, Gold Coast, Queensland 4226 Australia
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