Kettlebells - Fat Loss VS. Muscle Gain

[@BasedBowlCutEnjoyer]

Let's talk about what's important here: the popped collar.

[@philiptaylor1762]

Unimaginative Bear 😂

[@machyavelli4890]

Lol. Your moniker is spot on in describing you're cognitive skills mate - unimaginative. There's great info here and you can only focus on the collar? Come on man!

[@R711]

Lol you just made my day

[@er98ah]

ha, exactly what i was thinking. Maybe I am getting old.

[@ccr6088]

Abercrombie flex

[@yazan80]

Mate! I’ve recently found your channel and I must have watched around 30 vids in two days because I’ve just got into learning Kettlebells and your channel is pure gold. I wish I could have you as a personal trainer.

[@eshopper1]

I’ll second that.

[@Jme_Lyn]

Toast 🥂 to this

[@andrewkness8982]

Mate, I'll third that!

[@osvaldasn]

i agree. i'll stick around

[@odnilniloc]

Totally agree . This channel is pure gold!!

[@ghegeler]

"Build it up to twenty sets of ten in twenty minutes. That is just a strategy for fat loss, abs and just total destruction of your soul." ...endurance weight lifting-that's inspiration with a big smile!

[@sonja4164]

Yeah I laughed real hard at that 😂

[@oscarbear7498]

Good video, straight to the point, no bullshit, no ads, just points. Well done sir

[@rjnd4503]

I recommend this video everyone around me asking how I'd lost all that weight without having loose skin, bcs this was the video what motivated me get into kettlebelling. TBH, I myself at some point was terribly worried if something is wrong with my health for I had been burning fat unexpectedly fast. but when I look back, I very well remmember how all those squats and cleans were crushing me. Process still on-going and I still have a long way to go. But I trust the process after all. Thank you Mark, for encouraging me, and many other people not being a "you're doing that wrong bro, wrong tehncic, wrong techic!" guy at the very beginning. Beginning matters. And this video is the very right place.

[@ihatescamo]

What's your workout look like?and how many sets/reps?

[@ihatescamo]

@@rjnd4503 ty

[@TheAlwards]

This has the best hand gestures of all the Wildman videos, especially the karate chops to the bottom and corners of the frame. The curtian-opening sweep at 0:46 is impressive.

[@Stillnapie]

At my age (59) I now shoot for 220 snatches in 10-12 minutes with a yellow comp bell. I'm 5' 4" 150 lbs. Back in 1999 I was up to two poods and weighted 170 and 200 snatches not timed.. These things are a life long tool for saying in shape, I wish I would have had them when I was in the service, and your advise.... . Great videos!!!!

[@MosCraciun777]

So the trick is to do the main exercises for a long period of time ?

[@pewpewbbqs]

Thank you for your service!!!

[@snehalkrishnan618]

What’s the weight of the KB you’re using?

[@patrickokeeffe4787]

​@@snehalkrishnan618 If he's using a yellow competition bell, then it's 16kg. If you are new to kettlebells which I think you are because you would have known what weight he was using......then I'd suggest you go lower and get a 12kg and perfect another exercise first like clean and press or just press because the snatch is an advanced exercise.

[@mohba01]

you are a fuking beast !!

[@SciFi.Horror.Thriller.Fantasy]

I realy enjoy your fast "no bllshit-approach" - brief information v.s. artificially bloating playtime as most others do these days. Great!

[@machyavelli4890]

Well said, Georg! I could not agree more with that assessment.

[@andrejzlatkov2249]

HA! came to say EXACTLY this, but here we are...

[@EricHedden]

With being stuck at home working out in my garage, I unintentionally have started to become a kettle-beller. I had no equipment so the easiest thing to do was to go out and buy some kettlebells. No benches required, just the kettlebell. I've been studying and programming my own workouts and much of what you are saying jives with what I "thought." This video helped confirm what I "thought" to now, what I know & more. Very good and informative commentary. Thank you!

[@petercameron8832]

I am a retired sheep shearer in Australia. Trying to stay fit as a semi retired 74 year old. You look well, no drugs obvious and comfortable in yourself. Now I remember doing some sums when I was a fit and skillfull shearer and crutcher dragging 65 tonnes ( we do metrics here ) of. Struggling large crossbreed ewes across a board to clean their bums in an 8 hour day . This is not exceptional by the standards of the day, indeed we have shearer’s in Australia and New Zealand who train like you do who could probably double what I did at my best in my late 30s.find it interesting that there are many ways to be your BEST.

[@backfru]

I'd love to meet the person who can drag 65 tonnes

[@erikaa.3030]

Thank you this was so helpful as a woman that just wants a lean sculpted physique not bulky. Keeping the weights low! Thanks!

[@olyrhys8724]

My girlfriend has been asking me for training tips and technique questions. I am acutely aware of my ignorance in this arena and this channel has become my go to advice recommendation!

[@GailOwens]

Tracy Riefkind and Strong First have some great resources here, I also recommend Chris Lopez Pat Flynn's channel.

[@olyrhys8724]

Gail Owens1972 - appreciate those recommendations. Thank you - I will check them out

[@fiddlebender88]

I've trained with barbells, dumbbells and kettlebells for many years and I can honestly sign everything he said. For barbells, the best factor to modify is load. For dumbbells, it's a wave pattern of load and repetitions. For kettlebells, it's definitely volume. Not necessarily reps per set, but overall volume no matter if you do it in clusters or in standard sets. I don't really find it sensible to go really heavy with kettlebells more than once a month. Volume and precise movements with a moderate weight goes a lot, lot, further than simply a really heavy double kettlebell workout.

[@montecristos11]

hi! could u put a routine exercise example?

[@kmolnardaniel]

Watching your stuff in middle of corona season. I’m so happy that I bought my kettlebells just before the corona hit. I’m learning so much from your videos. Please do more kettlebell stuff!

[@matthiaspfeiffer7158]

kmdan I also got my kettlebell before Corona hit us. Now, the online stores are empty and KBs are close to getting the next toilet paper :)

[@Davidsworldtravels]

I've been buying them now and it's 3 weeks minimum until shipping!

[@sonja4164]

@@Davidsworldtravels damn that's a long time!

[@bobjamer8956]

"Watching your stuff in middle of corona season." Hey, drinking beer in the summer is a great way to add those pounds.. in the waistline :)

[@gregthompson9434]

Greek statue, buns of steel , I’m in . I’ve added kettlebells to my yoga and home pushups and it really made a difference especially in my lower body I’m 6 ft 195 lbs , 54 years young and in the best shape of my life 👍🏻 thanks for all you videos Mark WM

[@oscarbear7498]

Hey Greg , after 2 Years what's your thoughts on kettlebell

[@gregthompson9434]

@@oscarbear7498 kettlebells are great , still using them it keeps me really fit as I age !! Simple and in my living room

[@SleepingTurtle1]

you'll have abs everywhere.. and shoulders and stuff...

[@stefandili2650]

Came down to write this. Made me lol! :D

[@joaorenz7784]

A very precise sentence tbh, cause youu get ripped everywhere, you find out that even your forearm gets shredded. Abs literally everywhere.

[@chuck275]

I dont mind looking like a Greek god

[@ChandanSharma-bd6ec]

Ofc your shoulders get their own abs too

[@naturalhealing4u]

I have been getting the gut feeling lately that kettlebells will be a great addition to my workout routine. Your clear and detailed explanation confirms that. Thanks for your advice and expertise!

[@city_of_coompton6832]

Surprisingly my upper body gained a lot of muscle from swings. Lats, traps, forearms...

[@elmaker88]

This channel is awesome! You literally made me to start kettlebelling. I am following Jack Black's "routine" right now (my sets/reps).

[@Savagely-Average]

I am fat, and have A LOT of weight to lose. The old Marine buried inside of me was sold when you said "...total destruction of your soul.". I am a fan.

[@MeNtZe9]

I love your simplicity and logic...

[@irwanaaz]

Thanks Mark. I were about to start my kettlebell journey. Glad to watch your step by step videos & your videos helps me alot

[@eblackshaw]

3:50 - "That is just a strategy for fat loss, abs and just total destruction of your soul." Mark 'Soul Demotivator' Wildman :)

[@johnmckernan151]

I'm just starting my kettlebell journey. Glad I found your channel. Enjoy the way you present it Mark 👍

[@ביתמרדכיבמוקונואוגנדה]

"Will you look like Schwarzenegger? No." I always thought the goal should be to get "stronger than Kazmaier". Arnold was pretty but . . . not very useful. You are the first coach I have seen on youtube talking real world sense that ordinary people can use without hype, ego, and hawking useless products.

[@spasticplastic]

Good stuff. I dragged my kettle bells out today and started using them in my garage since my gym is closed. Now's an excellent time to polish up my kettlebell technique and shed some lbs

[@brianbailey6138]

Oh goody, another new one. You really are excellent, Mark.

[@ponkanshii]

I almost bought gym equipment and wasted a lot of money. I’m glad to have found this page before anything! I actually dig the movement and discipline of KB and bodyweight training. I only carry 6lbs and 15lbs being a beginner. The other day I managed to finish 3 reps each of TGU! 🎉

[@MarkWildman]

Excellent. keep up the good work

[@ameliagarbo4299]

"You'll have abs everywhere!" Late to the party, but what a find, Wildman! Thanks for your content.

[@mike90susanoo84]

Just ordered a pair of 16kg kettlebells. I need that booty and abs everywhere. Now I gotten a bit stronger with them, bought a pair of 45s and soon will upgrade to 55s. The training really hits your core hard as you need to tighten up everything when doing a workout like a simple overhead press I feel like it's possible to build good amount of mass through the usage of only kettlebell training by slowly adding heavier weight and with the combination of bodyweight training (aka calisthenics). You will build hella lean ripped muscle and mass and if possible get big as long as you eat a healthy surplus of food and importantly rest

[@clappersox]

I really look forward to these kettlebell insights, there's so much good information!

[@HonestMan98]

Your channel is growing. 10k subscriber since you been back. Keep it up.

[@estherpalenschat4356]

Hey Mark just thanks. I have a list of your videos in my KZbin that i save for future use or go back to, and I hear things new or am reminded 6 months later. I love it. I started w KB about 7months before the shut down. Got lucky and scored some decent low grade bells in a discount store(ugly gray functional Weider brand- so far no need to spend more, yet). Figured why spend a ton of money before I know what Im doing. So far it's worked out. I was able to add a few more durong the shutdown. And my set is complete for a while. It was a long year but im so stoked I had a jump on KB and found you BEFORE it all. I am hoping to add clubs(adex and your beginner recommendations) within the year just to add another dimension since with certain joint issues the barbell will never be my friend and i want stable movemnt anyway.. So...im all in with KB as I age. And Im so dang grateful for you making it so accessible and possible for ME where Im at. And i think that's the coolest thing about you..besides just seeming like a nice smart guy. You make this feel really possible for any of us newbies, and for me in my age group, as a woman, that's not how I was raised. Just not the message i got growing up. So Im learning from the bottom up..Learning around chronic injury issues, .and just soaking it all in. I just want to be stronger and stable as i get older. So thank you Mark. My deepest sincere appreciation, from the bottom of my heart, for you being a decent kind human and teaching us how to use KB and self program(or be able to try). Just always grateful for you and your work...every time i hear you. And you make me laugh. 🙏😂

[@JacobJohnsonb]

Mark, love your stuff can’t wait for the app

[@jrkastl]

One of the most informative videos out there in this field. Thanks so much.

[@peterm7348]

Really helpful to re watch this Mark I watch all your vids and do the drills but get overwhelmed at times so great to go back to the basics

[@natinatyoutube]

I'm here right now for the exact same reason. Just going back to the basic, effective stuff.

[@matthewminter6874]

Thanks so much my man! your tips and insights has improved my KB workouts greatly, all the way from Cape Town South Africa

[@MarkWildman]

Glad to help

[@karlmodry716]

3:56 well kettlebells weren´t designed ONLY for kb weightlifting like they do in Russia. It was originally just a weight on a scale. Don´t get me wrong, I love clean and presses and all that stuff but in many cases you just see the pics of old time strongmans lifting kb as if it was a dumbell/barbell. Kettlebells can belong to globe barbell/chest expander category even today :)

[@alexandrupastiu5775]

Will you do a vid with a recommended workout for beginners? Good work on the vids, clear and sound explanations in all of them.

[@MarkWildman]

Yes, soon

[@kevinorr328]

Your hand movements are funny. This is why I subscribed. Good stuff.

[@girlinpyjamas24]

i just switched to using only kettlebells. previously i used only dumbbells but from kb workouts my body is shaping up better. and enjpy the movements much better. 😃

[@andrewtaylor9799]

"total destruction of your soul" and statue of David with a kettlebell crotch, LOL! Good channel with a lot of info, as I'm moving to home kettlebell workouts during the coronavirus.

[@robertedwards5843]

Love the use of hands and arms in explanation. Info packed.

[@charlesmartin7347]

I love this guy. I'm learning so much. Thanks for sharing your knowledge. Blessings and more blessings to you and your family

[@DodjiSeketeli]

"The physique of a greek statue with a booty of steel". I'll think about that during my next snatch training :). Great video as usual. Salute!

[@brianbailey6138]

I have the body of a god, unfortunately, it's Buddah - but I'm working on it.

[@DodjiSeketeli]

@@brianbailey6138 lol you are so funny! Love from France. Cheers!

[@AwesomeAlexAdam]

@@brianbailey6138 Buddha isn't a God but that was funny anyway Brian

[@weavehole]

Also, "The" Buddha was the skinny one with weird feet. The big, jolly one that people think of is Chinese monk Pu-tei (with the non-steel booteh) Sorry for further ruining your perfectly fine joke. :D

[@BETKDFin]

Funny part of the video...except he used a Renaissance statue from Florence 😂

[@technomasta]

Your videos are so amusing and informative. I like your style

[@TheMightyAtom1]

Thanks Mark. I would definitely buy your on demand kettlebell program if you do one. It would be great to have all your expertise and experience in one easy to use place

[@arefrigerator396]

I learned more from this than the last bunch of videos on the subject. Thanks, Mark!

[@danmorrison3038]

I am 55 year old guy who wants to lose weight and feel better. Would working Swings, Clean and Presses 2-3 times a week, along with the goblet squat progression using a simple 5 X 5 until I get the form down. And then add to each over time to build up to 10 X 20 work. Of course using progressions you have laid out in your videos. How would you pair that up for 3-4 work outs a week?

[@petermozuraitis5219]

Kettlebelling gives you incredible foundational cardio. Back in 2012 I did my first Tough Mudder, all I did was a "300" kettlebell circuit and hill sprints as my training, the event was not that difficult

[@syr79021]

Happy Thanksgiving ! Thank you for teaching! Your videos are the best !

[@CCaravasi]

Just so much information in all your videos, I'm a real nerd for knowledge and I could listen to you for hours, days!

[@bigcountry2359]

Your videos and logic are simple and easy to follow! Thank you!

[@razebells]

Pro Kettlebell comp bells and magnetic chips make it very simple to microload! 💪🏽

[@carlosacarter]

Love the hand movements!

[@MarkWildman]

I’m definitely a hand talker

[@slapndbass]

I struggled with 24kg kb. I was new to just kb training now im using 65lbs and 75lb kettlebell with ease.

[@Raiden6277]

How long did it take?

[@brandenlikesbeer]

Not sure what it was about this video in particular but by far my favorite I've seen from you. Stick that in your analytical pipe and smoke out another sick kettlebell vid, thanks!

[@Indye41]

Mark, you mention starting with 5 sets of 10 to begin with. Which movements would you put together as a beginner workout? Would you split the 6 main movements into two different days or all 6 in one workout? Looking for a starting point I guess

[@06kickflip]

Swings are the king of kettlebell movement and the building block for so many other exercises in KB. Start with two handed swings, a good start would be 5 sets of 20 reps or 30 seconds on 30 seconds off for 10 minutes. Then keep it simple at first, do shoulder presses up right rows, round the worlds for upper body. Squats and dead lifts for lower body. Russian twists for core etc

[@kevinolega1]

Thank you. I'm starting with Kettlebells this week.

[@theseusc.5475]

how is the training going Kev?

[@kevinolega1]

@@theseusc.5475 Not very consistent. I'm staying with the light Kettlebells more frequently. I'm happy with how my shape has changed so far.

[@nicklee5541]

Love your videos. You post exactly what I’m looking for, exactly when I’m looking for it.

[@pewpewbbqs]

You're on fire. Just keep turning out awesome video after awesome video.

[@dougmoore5252]

Your are absolutely right Mark! This is exactly what I did! You know this stuff well. Thank you!

[@inmeditatewetrust]

Appreciate this! Was looking for more info about kettlebell workouts and fat loss.

[@jacquesc2277]

Mark as always thank you for these great videos had me chuckling all the way through and even harder at 3.54.

[@ej-fo8pd]

Total destruction of soul. Nice. Ok. Gonna get off the couch, put this on bigger screen and get some coffee and check on the dogs and make a list and watch this again.

[@Nmbr2-SD]

Thanks for the knowledge. I stumbled upon your vids last week. It is helping me and my wife with strategy and understanding forms and fundamentals. 🙏🙏

[@jeffcherny2719]

Another good video Mark. Wanted to change up my workouts and purchase a adjustable kettlebell for Christmas Not knowing what really to do with it Came across your channel while I was looking for a kettlebell routine Like your approach and explanation Again. Great job and keep it going Jeff

[@Nick-ye8pf]

Love your content mate

[@S.Sky.]

Interesting content. Keep them coming. Thanks for sharing Mark.!!!

[@CommonSenseBodybuilding]

Kettlebell workout surprised me, it’s my heavy set item for lockdown 👌 just recorded my shoulder session and I agree that volume is key, especially on dynamic movements

[@scottburkhart6953]

"Total destruction of your soul." Ain't that the truth. Haha!

[@redskies1231]

I love the no nonsense style. Great videos

[@tomsimmonds534]

Thats all I needed to know, awesome video, thanks 🤘👍

[@ant7936]

If I could start again, I would do Rings, Calisthenics and KBs, for a healthy, functional physique. All the famous BBs were on steroids. They didn't tell me that.

[@CrystaTiBoha]

Seriously, seeing my traps in the mirror, I worry I might wake up as a sailboat the next day. Favorite soul-crusher of a workout: 25 minutes of the 3 main carries interspersed with 1h swings and burpees, bridges and hamstring stretches when fainting. Just returned from one.

[@Hell_Inc]

this dude is the best. for real

[@NK-ne9uf]

King tiered content

[@MutatedPixelation]

Mark is the only dude I know that has "Earned" the popped collar lol.

[@DailyCheez]

I'm sitting here as a 5'11" man that weighs 140 lbs wondering, "Will working out with a kettlebell give me muscle development." Of course it will. Why am I looking this up?

[@MousyDogFace]

Get on it man, you won’t look back.

[@Iron-Bridge]

Yes. Yes it will. Useful strength too not bodybuilder strength.

[@rinkuhero]

if you are 5'11 and 140 lbs, even just eating will build muscle, even if you didn't exercise at all.

[@raiserverg]

Sure it will but since you are on the slim side be sure to focus on correct form before going heavier. Patience is gold

[@pierees8038]

This has really given me some though in to my own training. Thank you for this video, it was extremely useful.

[@johnhall8492]

These videos are fantastic. Any chance we will see a video in the future where you go over a training program that incorporates the 6 main KB movements in the 10sets in 10min format?

[@ccclaw13]

Did you ever find some programs? I love these videos but I end up doing the exercises and just guessing how many reps and sets.

[@playrecordfast]

Awesome as usual! Thank you for your efforts! 💪🧠

[@SchuyFit]

Kettlebell is really an interesting equipment for fat loss. Lots of benefits in one.

[@jackmcqueen979]

Mark I’m 71 using kettlebells for 2 1/2 years (former marathoner) my two question are how many sets should I consider for each move? I’m using 3. And how long a workout? I currently employ 45 minutes 3 or 4 times a week. Thank you in advance.

[@MarkWildman]

there are an infinite number of answers to those questions. that's the beauty of kettlebells. could you be more specific with your questions.

[@gregbradshaw1622]

"A strategy for fat loss, abs, and total destruction of your soul." Sign me up!

[@machyavelli4890]

Excellent. I imagine that the 18 down-voters so far don't and won't have abs everywhere, nor anywhere. MW, you're a true kettlebell professor and your vids are much appreciated.

[@pastorbillychidester9309]

Thanks for this video!

[@brettlaw920]

Are there any moves that are particularly well suited for rehabilitation and mobility?

[@middlesys9180]

Very helpful. Thank you!

[@utubepunk]

LOOOOL @ 4:27. Currently working on my chiseled physique now.

[@sylvonlama]

Glad to see Fred Durst take up kettlebells. He's looking good!

[@MarkWildman]

Durst has a much better goatie

[@robertlehnert4148]

During Wuhan lockdown, I have essential but desk bound work. Before and after work, and during my breaks, I go to the parking lot and do a KB routine spread throughout the day with my DIY KBs. I graduated to swings and goblet squats with my "heavy" 42ish pounder, at least 150 swings and up to 350 a day, near every day, Kansas weather permitting. I'm 59, not over weight, but was soft. Near a month later, I can feel the changes in my body, my wind, pulse, and even walking are all better, but inspired by Henry Rollins' essay, _The Iron_ , I'm not going to look at my unclothed body in the mirror for at least another week, possibly 2. If I remember, I will update with a description...

[@SorrentoShore]

Love the, "you will then look like a Greek statue"....cuts to, "The David" by Michelangelo which in Florence, Italy 😅 (David is not all that muscular) ( Great, helped video! )

[@PeterSelie001]

4:16 You'll just have abs, everywhere. Made me laugh out loud. :D Awesome video, thx for the tips! Greetings from Belgium

[@amateurtoyhunter7513]

Thoughts on the Bowflex adjustable Kettlebell? Seems like a good place to start for a guy who is a beginner. Every other brand is sold out online everywhere I look. On top of that the price is about as much as two other recommended Kettlebells from elsewhere.

[@MarkWildman]

never used it so i don't know how it is. sorry.

[@yomola]

Great breakdown

[@IGeorge94]

So what routine would you suggest for both? A muscle building focusd one. Then a more cardio focused one.

[@MarkWildman]

Heavy club swinging program 2 to 3 days a week to build muscles. Kettlebell cardio 2 to 3 days a week.

[@IGeorge94]

@@MarkWildman Thank you very much. So what exercises are best for each?

[@MarkWildman]

@@IGeorge94 mill squat program for club. build to 50 lbs you could do intermediate weight intermediate complexity kb program for cards. you could do swing program. you could do kettlebell marathoning with snatches or long cycle.

[@reallukx]

Mark, any chance for some Kettlebell training from you during this corona outbreak? Can't go to gym so I found your channel and it seems like one of not many who knows what they talking about :). Just some simple routine to save muscle (pack a bit maybe if possible), bit of cardio all in one or something.

[@jacoblancia6927]

Hey Mark, great video. In relation to programming, how often should I be doing a specific movement per week, and should I be sticking to EMOMs for the most part. Thanks, love the channel.

[@MICHAELPHILIPSINC]

Awesome video

[@thomassterk8457]

love the approach of your videos and the info. but any chance you could release a full Greek God work out and rep scheme?