Space needed for kettlebells?

[spyrosmom]

How much overhead space do I need for the average KB workout? I've been reading and seems like many moves go over head, but not straight up and down, move in arcing movements. I have low ceilings in my space in the basement. When I do any overhead moves with Cathe, I have to be careful my hands are going between the rafters and not into them. The few times I've knocked my knuckles with weights in my hands, it hurts!!! If I stand straight and put my arms up, I can put my hands flat on the rafters/floor supports. I have enough space if I go between, though. But if there's lots of movements that aren't in straight lines, I don't think I'd be able to do them. Moving my space or raising the ceiling are not options. Will I still be able to do these workouts - before I spend the $$$?

Nan

 

[Gayle]

Hmmm...sounds like you might have problems with snatches, but that's probably it. Presses, TGUs, and windmills sound like they might be doable, if you go between the rafters. Those movements are pretty vertical and controlled (not swingy), and you can try them with a dumbbell to see if you have room.

There are a lot of substantial KB moves that don't go overhead - swings, cleans, figure eights, tactical lunges, halos, etc. Also, in AOS Providence, Anthony does shoulder presses in a seated position on the floor, so that's another option.

HTH

 

[amsterjo]

Another KettleBell Question AOS DVD

Hi and Happy New Year!

I have Providence and Newport AOS Dvd's and I am hooked. Was thinking about ordering The Kettlebell way with Empire State and Manmaker. Anyone have this dvd? Do I need anything for the workout besides KB'S?
Thanks, I am becoming addicted to this workout.

Amy:

 

[deanie]

Amy~ I have Empire State (as well as Providence and Newport) and LOVE it!! The workout is different from the others and challenging, and I like Beth's instructions. I also have been doing the Manmakers from the dvd and all I can say is WOW what a workout !!! I highly recommend it.

Nan~ I agree with Gayle.

HTH