Kettlebell Swing: Hardstyle vs Girevoy

[@ruffastoast8570]

I've watched so many videos on kettlebells in the past few days, your videos by far have cleared more up for me than anyone else's has.

[@archipiratta]

This channel is criminally underrated when it comes to the clarity and quality of the information/instructions. Jeep up the excellent work!!

[@BrianBoycePhotography]

I agree its one of the best kettlebell resources on the internet

[@bowint400]

The best, most concise and pragmatic explanation I've been able to find on the net. Thanks very much!

[@yellowbeard1]

Thanks for the slow mo, it really helps me understand more about what “double knee bend” actually means.

[@alexikilikian248]

Wow, you got a really good technique and explanation!

[@Buzz_Kill71]

@3:32 Both beautiful and powerful...

[@johnlongstaff4202]

I am so glad to have found you Kat. You are the best teacher of everything related to Kettlebells that I have found to date. Thank you !

[@toomasroolaid]

What a great explanation! Very useful perspective on choosing one or another style for oneself, while all necessary details mentioned and explained. Thank you!!!

[@andyallybic]

Ok. Your technical explanation was great. I've been puzzled by the differences for some time now. You just got a new subscriber

[@takw12]

Thank you for such a good explanation. The purposes of both techniques are something I’ve never been completely clear on, and this was really helpful.

[@jg7813]

Very clear explanation of the technique and difference between the swings. Thank you for the sharing the wisdom!

[@manjitrupbikram]

Thanks Kat. That was fast. Much appreciation.🙏🙏🙏

[@DominicZaidan]

Your form and technique are really excellent - thanks for putting out great instructions.

[@jaakkoeskola2871]

I am repeating what other folks have said but this is a really clear and informative video of this topic! Thanks a lot! I have worked out occasionally with KBs for a decade after a trainer taught me the basics. Never mentioned anything about different styles. I was taught hardstyle but noticed to do something differently especially when cleaning or snatching longer sets with heavier bells. Just realised now that it’s Girevoy style😄😄

[@gustavogranha3163]

Always amazing! Best regards from Brazil.

[@Bicycleboy13]

Thanks for the great info! I like that you explain and demonstrate very clear and easy to understand.

[@alexanderpotts8425]

Great post and something not enough people talk about re: kettlebell sport being overly specific. There's a reason all the best GS lifters lift barbells or do circuit training for GPP.

[@KatsKettlebellDojo]

So very true, Alexander 👍. I agree that few people realize that Girevoy athletes train like all other competitive athletes do - for hours a day and by utilizing a full gym of strength equipment. Hardstyle, on the other hand, is the style of a fitness minimalist.

[@nomad1517]

Both give you strength. Just a different way of doing it. The question is, what is good for what? Both are used in martial arts and in the military. The us military does CrossFit essentially. But as far as the best thing for fighting and overall fitness, kettlebell Sport. Steve cotter was an rkc instructor. He basically said that kettlebell Sport was from hardstyle. But he made it where you can last much longer. cotters kbs was made after hardstyle, it's basically an updated version that only focuses on a few moves that make you mentally and physically tough without ending up in the hospital.

[@rezamalihi7120]

Excellent explanation, thank you!

[@royal_kira7184]

Thanks for the video Kat! I was wondering why there were two styles of swinging. This clears it up perfectly!

[@silapapaulpearson675]

Awesome thank you:)

[@sticks0662]

Great information 👍

[@MikeC-pd2vq]

A fantastic amount of information!!! Extremely well explained!!! Thank you!!!

[@hangonsnoop]

Superb coaching as always. Thanks.

[@sksaghnia]

That was fantastic. Thank you.

[@simonsimonc]

Thanks. Brilliant explanation 👏 👌

[@phillippriestner2070]

Great video on the differences, Kat. Personally I train using competition style some days and hard style on others. Competition style looks easier but is much harder in my experience, exactly because the grip is tested to the max, as you mentioned. Don't know if you have any plans to cover the secret service snatch test in depth at any point but it would be great to hear your thoughts on how best to program workouts towards that goal.

[@KatsKettlebellDojo]

Hi Philip, Excellent idea about the SSST. I might actually complete one on video (😵🤮) and outline a few ways to improve on it. Thank you for the suggestion! 🙌👏

[@ericlister]

Great video.

[@permafroost]

Great quality content !

[@g49385]

The gs swing is actually the more explosive or powerful of the 2. The hs swing LOOKS lkke its powerful because of it jerky mechanics but the truth of the matter is that the gs swing has a much greater overall physical involvement and allows for much heavier swings for more reps. Considering how light kettlbells are maximal duration is really the only thing that makes sense.

[@lollobobbo5220]

Vídeo Fantástico. muy claro y detallado. gracias

[@ashkann5264]

Hello. How can I create a good kettlebell program so that I only train kettlebells during the week? Will you help me with that? Thanks 😊

[@jonathanfarber5460]

thank you!

[@dmitryivanov9026]

Do you believe that in a one hand swing we must prevent torso rotation? It is harmful? Why? I have been making one arm swings for years as I believe it is beneficial for the body. It gives asymmetrical exercise.

[@KatsKettlebellDojo]

Hi Dmitry, Controlled torso rotation isn't harmful in one arm swings, it simply reduces power. If we perform swings with the purpose of producing maximum power through the hips, then we reduce torso rotation. Using torso rotation with a relatively light weight and is fine, though it's much more healthful to use the abdominals to resist rotation rather than to facilitate it (as per Dr Stuart McGill, the spine health specialist). Thank you again for the question!

[@dmitryivanov9026]

@@KatsKettlebellDojo thanks for the answer! I will think over this information.

[@TheFairway8]

Is it possible to naturally adopt a hybrid of both styles. My style of two hand swing is definitely geared towards the hardstyle method but not intentionally

[@ChaiBronz]

Hey Kat, can you do a video on the double kettlebell rack? Would like to see differences between sport and hardstyle, and also some tips for keeping a straight posture in hardstyle rack while fighting gravity of the bells falling away from the body (especially if using the larger comp bells).

[@KatsKettlebellDojo]

Definitely! Thanks for the great request 👍👏

[@absolootely2571]

I'm over sixty. Want to use kettlebells to remain healthy, not for sport, not for big muscles. So which method for swings & cleans & presses for less injury risk, Hardstyle vs Girevoy??

[@ramadoo2179]

perfecto!

[@jayleggett2261]

I have a question about hand switch I read on the website for the pentathlon it say unlimited hand switch please elaborate thank you

[@KatsKettlebellDojo]

Hi, yes in Pentathlon there's an unlimited hand switch on all lifts. That's why Pentathlon is preferred by many non-Girevoy kettlebellers. It allows for either Girevoy or Hardstyle or Hybrid (what I use) technique.

[@dingdongyo6018]

So girevoy sport doesn’t make you fit and muscular?

[@Jackal_Blitz]

Hi Kat! In the beginning of the video, you mentioned how the hardstyle swing works the lats. Can you expand on that a bit if you have a minute? I've never quite understood how a swing is supposed to work your lats. Is it just from keeping your shoulders pulled back (packed?), or should I be pulling the bell back with my lats as resistance to the swing?

[@KatsKettlebellDojo]

Hi Lucas, Great question and you've already partially answered it yourself :) The lats work to keep the shoulder packed back and down, and they pull the arm into the torso. In addition, the lats are a 'core' muscle (together with the glutes and the abdominals) and they participate in preventing the torso rotation as well. They play a similar core role in Turkish Get Up as well. Thank you for the excellent question!

[@Jackal_Blitz]

@@KatsKettlebellDojo Oh ok, that helps! When I hear of an exercise working the lats, I usually think of pull-ups, rows, etc - things with a lot of arm motion and tugging things toward yourself. Thanks Kat!

[@stephenwood2145]

This was the best comparison demo I've seen. Are you married? Lol

[@Grigua81]

Would you spend a couple of words (or a video) on the reason why you allow your elbows to bend in the higher part of the swing?

[@KatsKettlebellDojo]

Hi Grigua81, Great question, first it's to ensure that the lats are fully engaged throughout the swing, while also letting the kettlebell float at the top. Second, I have actually made a video on the other reason a few months back: kzbin.info/www/bejne/bqCbY6mJd96olas Here's a drill that uses the relaxed elbow for a better snatch kzbin.info/www/bejne/jaC5hHicqqh9mdk I hope this answers your question, and happy swinging! 🙌

[@zutinic]

Extra! Tnx

[@rigzindorgefkadmitri]

I wish they all stop talking about "special forces". Otherwise, great instructor and instructions.

[@powskier]

How did you become such an expert? Are you a Maori? Since they are naturally strong, is that why you gravitated torwards strength sports?

[@MrJohnakel]

there is no such thing as "girevoy". It is called "competition" style. Stop russifying non russian things. otherwise nice vid.

[@tutorialchief]

hardstyle is commercial back destroyer, go with girvoy if you wanna stay healthy, hard doesnt mean strong