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I bought 2 adjustable kettlebells. They are fun.

posted by Automatik

I bought 2 adjustable kettlebells. They are fun.

Which did you buy? I am in the market for kettlebells and kinda like the idea of an adjustable one.

Bowflex. They only go up to 40lb. 

Not the best made on the market regarding quality, the housing is plastic and the handle is meh.

But they are extremely user friendly regarding changing weight, take up minimal space and get the job done. I've been using them regularly for shoulder PT.

I have the Powerblock adjustable kettlebells. Mine go up to 70 or 75 lbs, I believe. I use them with battle ropes as a finisher after weights a couple of times a week. Real good quality (metal handle).

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Just bought a cable crossover type attachment called PulleyPro that will add a little variety in the form of crossovers, side/rear delt work and cable overhead extensions.

With doing home work outs with basically dumbbells, a pull down for triceps is what I'd like to add most.  Looks like I can add to my pull up tower and not drill into the basement ceiling?

posted by Verbal Kint

With doing home work outs with basically dumbbells, a pull down for triceps is what I'd like to add most.  Looks like I can add to my pull up tower and not drill into the basement ceiling?

This is correct. Pretty sweet setup. I bought two so I can do cable crossovers. I have a Body Solid Smith Machine that has these catchers for a barbell that go all the way up the rack. I have a fat bar that's cambered for curls and close grip benches. I put this bar in the top catcher on the Smith machine and just slipped the PulleyPro's over each side and I'm ready to roll. If you buy two, you should be able to do seated row, cable curls, etc. You won't need to drill.

And by the way, if you only get one you can do tricep pushdowns/extensions, lat pulldowns, one arm side laterals for medial delt head work and I'm sure a few other exercises. Two just gives you more exercise options.

You guys still working on getting that mothahfuckin scholarship?

I’m at it at least five days a week, usually six. Run three days, lift twice, then sixth day is either elliptical or another day of lifting. And work the punching bag a couple times a week.

I'm just eating well and walking at this point. I do need to start lifting soon, but I think my energy levels will finally allow for it now that I'm actually eating enough.

posted by justincredible

Which did you buy? I am in the market for kettlebells and kinda like the idea of an adjustable one.

Go for Ironmaster.  A lot of the plates are interchangeable with their other adjustable equipment (dumb bells, kettlebells, curl bar).

Not cheap, but very highly rated.

Still hitting the weights 5 days a week and walking in between.

Also, it isn't getting easier as you get older. I still throw around decent weights but have to work around a bum left shoulder which is tricky.

Deadlifted every week over the summer. Feel good right now with what I am doing as far as the weight and movement.

Typically did a day of a barbell complex one day a week too just to keep it fresh. Something like 5 rounds of 5. Just good to get some variety for me.

Goblet Squatted and RFESS once a week too for the last 10-11 weeks.

About every other week I do some variation of power clean and/or hang clean too just to keep some explosiveness in there.

I also have toyed around the last 2-3 weeks with a 1x20 exercise or two to finish with. Instead of BB Rows 3x8, I will just do 1x20. 

I revamped my program in the spring. Barbell bench and OH press were killing my shoulders. Now I’m doing machines for everything except squat. 

I had shoulder surgery in March and still in PT. Mid Sept will be the 6th month mark. 

I'm heavy into all the machines and proper form. 

After being back in the gym regularly for about 6 weeks. I forgot how much I loved a good routine, but also how much I hated going to actual gyms. So many fucking idiots at times. On a positive note...I usually go around 11am and it's mostly chill.

Been doing this a LONG time but obviously don't know everything. Coming to my peeps for suggestions. I've been off for the last 3 weeks due to an issue with my left front delt. Tried dumbbell presses about a week ago and had to shut it down after 3 reps. 

Am trying to figure out exercises to work around it without pain. Right now, pressing movements are out of the question. Can't even do pushups wearing my SlingShot.

Today I did incline DB flyes, flat flyes (3/4 stretch) and pec dec.

Any alternative suggestions are welcome as the 3 exercises mentioned are fairly redundant.

I suggest an MRI. 

Add resistance bands. https://atemi-sports.com/physical-therapy-shoulder-exercises/

I'm 6 months post shoulder surgery. Get it checked sooner than later.

Best place/site to buy some Kettlebells?

Anybody have anything they really like?

Been getting more into KBs and the versatility and ease of some movements with them. Currently have two 35lbs and one at 71 lbs,

Looking to bridge that gap and maybe add one heavier option

posted by birddog23

Best place/site to buy some Kettlebells?

Anybody have anything they really like?

Been getting more into KBs and the versatility and ease of some movements with them. Currently have two 35lbs and one at 71 lbs,

Looking to bridge that gap and maybe add one heavier option

I just went with the adjustable ones (Powerblock) where I just move the pin for whatever weight I'd like.