National Kettlebell Day 2023

A kettlebell is a weight lifting device which originated in the USSR a long time ago. It consists of a large ball-shaped weight with a single handle. There was a time when they were strictly cast iron, but now are manufactured to different specs of varying materials and quality.

Nowadays they may be had in a wide variety of colors and sizes and a large set is pretty spectacular to behold. One of the largest set of kettlebells I have ever seen in one place were at the gym operated by the City of Columbia. When I worked there it was run by a world champion weight lifter and she kept her set close by.

I have been known to toss a few kettlebells around now and then — and made the mistake of giving away several of my favorites to my sister who I mistakenly thought would use them.

All she really wants to toss around anymore are cigarettes it seems.

Today is National Kettlebell Day. It is observed on January 12 and celebrates this device which elegant and simple in design yet will turn you into a powerhouse of sinewy musculature.

It resembles a cannon ball to which a handle has been attached. It is very versatile for the development of strength.

One of my aims in life is to acquire a few more to replace those I've given away.

I suppose a more dedicated regimen likewise would go well with all this.

Wish me luck. They cost a lot more these days and the shipping charges are pretty steep as well.