10 Reasons Why This Company Forced Me Out of Business… (AND RIGHTFULLY SO!)

[@isaiahdillard4598]

Takes humility to do what you did. Much respect

[@mmdusa]

Fine, I'm sold. Just bought one. Thanks for the advice and the discount code. Love you guys!

[@physikus71]

I‘m waiting for the ProKettlebell to be sold in the EU! Hope this will happen soon! Greetings!

[@victorcastaneda5665]

Gregory, you're an awesome coach and a better human being! Keep up with the good work! Greetings from México!

[@Quileryn]

Not many companies have integrity these days - or 'intellectual honesty' as you put it. Mad respect, Gregory. As an American, Rogue is what I have been using, and they have the arm pockets - very cool to see where that design choice came from! Though, I have yet to try a hollow-core, which might just be the next one I get! Granted, I'm not a professional kettlebell athlete, but I have been using kettlebells as my main workout equipment for the last 5 years. I'm looking forward to seeing what the collaboration brings! ♡

[@edw2241]

I've had my set of seven pro kettlebells for about two years now. I got in when they initially launched. I've also got the magnetic inserts which really help for bridging the gap. I had a minor issue with my 20 kg kettlebell and I talked to Nikolai directly and I can say that the customer service level was above and beyond. It was a very similar instance to what you talked about where it wasn't his fault yet he still took accountability and corrected the problem. I'm currently working through "90 gaines of kettlebells" and I can tell you that these are great for it.

[@suretta]

Your transparency is refreshing. I stumbled across your page while searching for kettlebell exercises to prevent knee pain. I've used kettlebells but not in a manner the manner by which I've seen on your channel. I only used it for squats and the swing, however, I quickly understood that I wasn't properly breathing nor getting the best out of deadlifts. I'm learning the snatch, the proper way to goblet squat and more. Thank you so much for taking the time to provide corrections and training. Within the next few weeks I will hopefully learn the techniques better. I'm excited. May the Lord continue to bless you in all areas of your life and business!!!!☺Also shot out to Angie, I did her 15 minute workout this morning and I was drenched!!!❤❤

[@razebells]

Great words my friend! Pros are the best! 💪🏼

[@guyblew1733]

Love you openness in the how and why you recommend curtain tools or procedures.

[@timulewicz466]

Respect Gregory, I was wandering why you had switched out from your own product and figured the reason must be something like this . I still love my emerald Ls bell it’s an awesome kettlebell for the record. For UK kettlebells users looking for decent bells the Wolverson GS comp bell is a great choice if you can’t wait for the pro kettlebells to be easily available here. Gregory recommended me those in the first place back when I started buying comp bells, so thank you again for that recommendation dude you are Always bringing us quality knowledge and workouts and being honest recommendations.

[@LebeStarkJason]

I'm kind of jealous you have LS kettlebells. As an American, I can save my nickels and buy a Pro-Kettlebell. I won't be able to buy a LS super-flow. You now have a rare, limited edition kettlebell! lol

[@timulewicz466]

@@LebeStarkJason They are wicked kettle bells, I'm stoked i managed to get one.

[@utubepunk]

In before the 📌! Nikolai put in a ton of work on these. So much engineering & prototyping. It was fun to watch their progress & journey on Instagram.

[@ACA_88]

I really want one of these bells, but I’m on a budget and bought 4 cast iron used bells for $175 and man they’re dope. Just had to sand down the handles a bit, but anyway one day I hope to purchase a pro kettlebell.

[@nikib.5046]

Looking forward to be able to purchase these in EU 😊❤

[@WesleyMccurry-d2r]

I’ve just ordered my first pro kettlebell . Can’t wait for it to arrive

[@lebe-stark]

Let's go!

[@WesleyMccurry-d2r]

@@lebe-stark 100 percent

[@iamalonewolf1]

Pro Kettlebells in the EU?! Those are great news, best of luck.

[@lebe-stark]

Fingers crossed!

[@PetersonJoseph]

My brother, $660CA for two kettlebells is a little outrageous. I'll stick to what I have and more importantly, stick to your workouts✊✊✊

[@edw2241]

I purchased a set of seven about two years ago for $1250 USD (1700 CA). Just like everything else, the cost for production has nearly doubled over the last two years.

[@jprice_]

@@edw2241 Doubled cost of production? In the US only?

[@nnoycreger]

Thanks. I will get Pro Kettlebell.

[@DreamTerrorist]

My pro kettlebell comes this Saturday. Excited to finally give it a try!

[@utubepunk]

@@DreamTerrorist Weight? Did you get a colored one?

[@DreamTerrorist]

@@utubepunk I got a 16kg as I'm still slowly working my way up the ladder. And yes, I got competition colors.

[@lebe-stark]

Have fun! And keep us posted about your experience!

[@robschmidt6464]

Mine coming in Saturday too. Time to finally shelf my Dragon Door Bells after 15 plus years

[@DreamTerrorist]

@@lebe-stark Did my first workout with the new bell today.. and all I can say is wow. Incredible kettlebell. Totally worth it.

[@jeffsancricca7041]

Wish these were around when I built my KB collection…. I am definitely down with the solid bell concept. All mine are solid (one piece of steel, no filler)

[@kleib7715]

You’re awesome! Thank you for being transparent and always humble. None of us are perfect-correction, only one who walked among us is perfect and he is God. I hope one day to train with you in person. Until then, I’ll keep suffering with you from a distance. God bless!

[@lancehogle6228]

Looks like a well thought out kettlebell. It would be interesting to see if they would allow them in kettlebell sport competition.

[@ProKettlebellWorkouts]

They are allowed in all the major US kettlebell sport organizations as well as the IKO, which is international. Malaysia has a major competition this month using Pros.

[@lancehogle6228]

@@ProKettlebellWorkouts thanks for the information!

[@cocovasquez1]

I own 8 Pro Kettlebell’s and I will never ever go back to anything else. Coming from the top brands in the business and I tried all of them!!

[@symon-lee5814]

appolo or atlas ?

[@edw2241]

​@@symon-lee5814 I've got 7 Apollos with the optional l magnetic inserts. I agree with this guy 💯.

[@RezoUI]

Apollo or Atlas?

[@cocovasquez1]

@@symon-lee5814 Apollo

[@kerryrwac]

Very nicely thought out kettlebells, however, the cost, and the space multiple kettlebells take up are not practical for myself, or a lot of other people. I bought a Bells Of Steel adjustable olympic kettlebell, 12 to 20.5 kg (with a 13 kg expansion pack available) and the separate polymer (1lb) bottom. I can go from 9 to 20.5 kg in .5 kg increments for the price of one (very nice) Pro Kettlebell. There is also a 6 to 12 kg adjustable olympic kettlebell.

[@jasonpeng817]

."the space multiple kettlebells take up"...? I guess if you live in a closet... Yeah

[@kerryrwac]

@@jasonpeng817 or an apartment.

[@mikekrasovec6390]

@@jasonpeng817 I've got a lot of kettlebells (517kg/1137lb) and they absolutely take up space.

[@haraldriegler6000]

Sounds great! But what is the difference between the atlas and Apollo line?

[@ProKettlebellWorkouts]

Apollo is traditional competition size. Atlas is slightly smaller, which is great for fitness and smaller kb sport athletes

[@LebeStarkJason]

Atlas is smaller and I've heard feedback that it's better from someone with smaller hands.

[@JimiVPhotography]

@@ProKettlebellWorkouts I'm a big guy 6'5" 280 with large hands. I'm 69 and just starting to get into exercise again. Do you recommend the Atlas or Apollo. Also, as a beginner, what weight do you recommend for my first KB? Thanks!

[@uchinan_chiburu]

beautiful bells. wish i could afford a set. shipping to hawaii is nuts lol

[@utubepunk]

@@uchinan_chiburu I thought shipping to Hawaii would be reasonable since it's part of the US.

[@uchinan_chiburu]

@@utubepunk nope its ridiculous. thank god for amazon free shipping tho

[@maurosigisfredonardon4176]

hope you can bring them in europe!!!

[@David-ym8kh]

I'm waiting for the ProKettlebell to be sold in the EU 💪

[@marksteven6116]

my kettlebells are old iron the most important thing is the handle

[@robschmidt6464]

Time to open up a store for shirts, hoodies, hats, etc. need me some LS soft goods

[@lebe-stark]

Go get your soft goods here, brother! lebestark.myspreadshop.ch/

[@robschmidt6464]

@@lebe-stark Apparently I’ve been sleeping under a rock! Just ordered me some goods!

[@bo1273]

Bring em to EU yeah, they look amazing!

[@jlang123]

I thought a benefit of competition kettlebells was that they are supposed to be the same size. I didn't realise that was only across a design/family/brand. Can a competition use any "competition" kettlebell or do they have to use a specific "competition kettlebell" competition kettlebell to a standard regulation to weed out the dodgier bells? If there's no definition of radius, material, coating, hollow/not, outer pockets/not then you're not as different from hardstyle bells as typically claimed.

[@ProKettlebellWorkouts]

Some organizations have contracts with manufacturers to force athletes to buy their equipment. I disagree with this strategy as it stagnated growth for a long time. I prefer Denis Vasilev 's IKO World League, where there are bell specs that must be adhered to, but brand doesn't matter. I love to go head to head with other kettlebells. The cream always rises to the top.

[@geraldinecoupland4162]

Pro Kettlebells in EU! 🙌🏻 Any idea on approx time frame?

[@lebe-stark]

We've been having discussions back and forth. I hope we can make it happen come 2025!

[@geraldinecoupland4162]

@@lebe-starkfabulous. Thank you for your quick response. Love these and really interested in purchasing

[@emanueltarrasch2557]

Thanks, now I wate til the KB Arrive the Schweiz. Grüße aus Deutschland.

[@utubepunk]

Pro-Skittlebells. I mean Pro-Kettlebells! Let's GOOOOOOOO!

[@justinhurst5566]

thumbnail spelled "losing" wrong, just letting you know!

[@User-54631]

Yea intellectual property theft is very popular over seas

[@GazeboPelt]

Did you stock with the Atlas or the Apollo line? I'm looking to replace the 2 Rogue ones that I have and expand my collection, and not sure which one to go with.

[@lebe-stark]

Apollo

[@slvalive]

What do you think about adjustable kettlebells...?

[@david.leikam]

I've got mine a couple years ago. (Apollo: 12, 16, 20 kgs) 👍

[@LebeStarkJason]

That's a good range. How are they holding up?

[@david.leikam]

@@LebeStarkJason / They are great and a focal point of my home gym routine since the pandemic lockdown here in Palo Alto, California.

[@initdialog]

Apollo hollow cores look strange from the bottom. Like a cup.

[@BjrnEgilGamlem-zr8op]

Witch kettlebell do you recomend, apollo or atlas.

[@pgtips73]

£68 shipping & £44 taxes?! Fuggedaboutit!

[@kamehl23]

Also... ich bin echt ein großer supporter von dem Kanal. Aber. Geht es bei dem kettlebell sport nicht genau auch um die Technik... um die Schwierigkeiten... um die Perfektion?

[@lebe-stark]

Bei jeglichem Sport geht es um Performance. Werden dabei Utensilien genutzt, macht es Sinn, dass diese so ergonomisch wie mögich sind.

[@achtungjamie]

I wish pro kettlebell had their inventory in order. The bells are never in stock. Had to go with rogue fitness.

[@utubepunk]

Coach Gregory mentioned in a recent Q&A that one of the foundries where Pro-kettlebells are made had closed. Then he said Nikolai wanted to fill pre-orders first so the website said out of stock even though he had inventory. Hopefully your bells are working out.

[@BellofattoBrews]

I also wanted to get a Pro Kettlebell but Kettlebell Kings had a sale that was hard to pass up and it was in stock. 24kg for $159

[@DreamTerrorist]

Just buy one even if it says pre-order. I did and it's going to be here on Saturday. I ordered it about 2 weeks ago.

[@ProKettlebellWorkouts]

We want to fulfill all our preorder customers before adding them as an in-stock item. Demand has been very high, but we have to maintain the quality, so we take as long as it takes to make sure it's done right. This is an item that will last for generations after all

[@adzt83]

I love you. If that helps 😂. Thanks for changing my life

[@MrKeithcl]

Well which is better for 6 foot guys the atlas or Apollo version?

[@ProKettlebellWorkouts]

Apollo

[@Toria1980]

Do you ship to England?

[@Flam1ngMo3]

Very good news. Bring them to europe with a small commission for Gregory & Angie and i will buy them.😂 From time to time i add a 20kg Apollo ProKettlebell + the 2kg weight chip to my shopping cart. Costs 260€. That's pricey, but i think they are worth it. As soon as i start calculating taxes and shipping costs to Germany i am at 477€. This is insane and a deal-breaker. I will stick to my Rogue cast iron and Kettlebell Kings competition kettlebells, but i hope you will find a way with ProKettlebell to distribute these KB's in europe soon. Keep up the good work. Greetings from Germany.

[@dondo4341]

I think Johann Martin from Hamburg already sold similar Kettlebells yers ago, and still does.

[@ProKettlebellWorkouts]

similar, but not the same

[@Firehydrant1051]

Has anyone tried these for Kettlebell Juggling / Flows? The look like the center of gravity change would be a benefit.

[@ProKettlebellWorkouts]

These kettlebells are amazing for fitness and kettlebell sport, but I did not design them for juggling. For juggling, I would want to keep the center of mass as close to the center of the bell as possible so the bell would spin easily. Also, I would close the bottom and make the contours less aggressive . Unfortunately, if you want a product to excel in certain areas, it has to be specialized . If juggling gains in popularity, I may design a special bell for it, but currently, it's a pretty narrow demographic

[@jprice_]

Anything that gets popular enough will eventually land on alibaba, no matter where it's made. It's just a matter of time.

[@jprice_]

BTW I've just noticed that adex adjustable clubbells reached a critical mass of popularity and started getting copied by/in China. Such is life.

[@Roky068]

man this looks awesome, shame that it doesnt ship to europe :/

[@ProKettlebellWorkouts]

we ship to Europe!

[@jeffgillum7094]

Problem is I have ordered some pro KBs and 5 months later still waiting. 😡

[@lebe-stark]

Reach out to Nikolai/ProKettlebell here and ask about updates on your order. Tell them I've sent you: [e-mail]

[@ProKettlebellWorkouts]

Jeff, I'm checking on your order now. I know they had an issue with a batch of 20kg bells and had to redo them, which is probably the hold-up. I'll give you a call and figure out a remedy.

[@memomoto990]

What is good (or bad) about being a Christian, I dont understand. What if he is Muslim? I hope I misunderstood.

[@spinmaster0]

He either is one himself or likes them and sees it in their philosophy as a company. Try not to dwell on it too much, especailly when there are 9 other reasons.

[@lesliedanielmolina]

No, you didn’t. Its his opinion and is free to express it. ✌️

[@lebe-stark]

I'm a Christian myself so we both share another commonality that's reflected in ProKettlebell's business model.

[@memomoto990]

@@lebe-stark What is the relation between a belief and a business model. Can you elaborate? Seriously I dont understand.

[@memomoto990]

@@lesliedanielmolina Ofc he is free to express it. But lets dont forget: Number one reason of world getting f’d up is religion camps. Religion is personal. Its between the person and god. When religion becomes “an opinion to talk” and people come together for it, problems arise.

[@ErinfromLongIsland]

I was here for it until you brought religion into it. Associating him with Christianity makes me want to look elsewhere. I do appreciate you, your channel, your integrity and humility though!

[@cocovasquez1]

You should respect a person more for that, Imagine if he said he a devil worshipper? Would you still follow? I rather be friends with a Christian or Catholic it doesn’t matter, It’s the same God.

[@ErinfromLongIsland]

@@cocovasquez1 Considering the atrocities associated with the Catholic church and how most Christians will claim morality while supporting politicians who strip away all help and rights from those who are in need, I beg to differ.

[@edw2241]

The values that a company's owner has reflects how he runs his business.

[@ErinfromLongIsland]

@@cocovasquez1 Considering the atrocities associated with the Catholic Church and the fact that it's followers claim moral superiority while electing politicians who work to strip the rights of the most vulnerable and in need, I beg to differ. Furthermore, have to ever seen the values of the Satanic Temple? They don't worship the devil but their values and advocacy are actually pretty great. I'm not a member or anything, just wanted to point it out.

[@ErinfromLongIsland]

@@edw2241 so....hypocracy?

[@sherpaderpa75]

Am I missing something or are these very expensive pieces of equipment?

[@cocovasquez1]

You get what you pay for and made in 🇺🇸

[@edw2241]

You can thank Bidenomics for the production cost increase in all goods recently.

[@mirosawr8228]

Currently they are to expensive.

[@ProKettlebellWorkouts]

I’m sorry they are to expensive for you. A huge amount of money went into our research and development and there is no equal. As an American made product that will outlast civilization our prices are more than fair.

[@mirosawr8228]

@@ProKettlebellWorkouts please guys, its a piece of metal, it wont dance nor sing and since I am not from US I dont care where you produce IT if its not Europe (although its still better then production in undemocratic country like China).

[@mrelbhu4397]

Anything new on the EU solution? Been patiently waiting for over a year now 😅

[@lebe-stark]

Patience is the key. Order yours over the official shop, this will take time. 🙏

[@mrelbhu4397]

@@lebe-stark I don't have time! I want a pair of 24s now!! 😀

[@RezoUI]

Guys someone bought Pro Kettlebell? what is your thoughts ?

[@anthonycraig274]

If a sealed kettle bell “breaks” inside, it’s impossible for it to change its weight. That’s just physics.

[@jhazelhurst4124]

Weight distribution

[@Isaiah-ft5nx]

Changes in leverages change weight under load. That’s just physics.

[@anthonycraig274]

@@jhazelhurst4124 Mass determines weight, weight distribution does not determine weight. If a 10kg weight was balanced evenly on each side of a rod it’s a 10kg dumbbell, if it’s unbalanced to only one side it’s still 10kg but a club or a mace.

[@anthonycraig274]

@@Isaiah-ft5nx You are not arguing against me, you are arguing against physics. Mass determines weight, this is physics 101. Mass distribution may make the bell feel unbalanced but it will always be the same weight.

[@MultiJessy31]

@anthonycraig274 if a 5kg piece of weight inside a 10 kg bell becomes weightless at the apex of the weight and then, upon reversal "falls" and impacts the side the energy must equal mass. "Unbalanced" is another way of saying momentum or energy of the pieces inside are adding mass through motion at different points throughout the trajectory. The overall bell still weighs 10kgs at rest. When you add energy into the system that 5 kgs is free to tumble about, converting energy from motion into weight through the motion. When not broken the 5 kg piece is not free to move about. Energy = mass. That is physics.

[@yosefveira]

More than 220€ for a single 24k kettlebell, plus shipping. Not even think about that...

[@jasonwelsh417]

The differences in size are a benefit, not a detraction. Picking odd objects of various sizes, shapes, and weights is a great thing to do. Comp bellers live in a pretend land and they like to lift 10kgs 100 times and pretend they are strong. Do pick up a heavy stone and carry and squat it. Press it overhead. Let's see how your goofy comp style rack position benefits real world strength. It doesn't.

[@lebe-stark]

Two things can be beneficial at the same time: Lifting awkward objects and using tools with well designed ergonomics.

[@ProKettlebellWorkouts]

Uniform size allows the technique to remain consistent. This is especially important when competitive lifting is happening.

[@jasonwelsh417]

@ProKettlebellWorkouts My point isn't about Girya Sport. Nobody cares about GS except people who do GS. I am talking about the benefits of various sizes, and even objects and implements, in a quality general strength and conditioning program. Not everyone who uses kettlebells gives a shit about Girya Sport. While I respect the ability to throw that many reps up in say 10 mins, the technique itself doesn't benefit anything. You would never hold or carry a real world object with that goofy GS kyphosis rack position, for example. Pro Kettlebells have a really good reputation online and if they were easier to get in Canada I would buy a few, but I do value going between various cast iron sizes, heavy sandbags, stones, barbell, etc

[@utubepunk]

@@jasonwelsh417 I don't think anyone here is saying you can't pick up objects of various size and carry and squat it if you use pro-kettlebells. It's good to have variety, like the sandbags, stones, etc that you mentioned. You brought up the rack position and has someone who has been doing kettlebells for around 4 to 5 years, never once did I learn that the rack position was meant for building strength. I was always taught it was a transition position and used for momentary rest before continuing on. Too bad you can't get them easily in Canada. I thought the US and Canada had some kind of trade deal to facilitate this kind of commerce but stuff like that is over my head.

[@LarryRichelli]

The fact that you have to throw religion into this just made me unsubscribe. God is not great and religion poisons everything!

[@cocovasquez1]

@@LarryRichelli Good riddance!! God bless you!!!

[@edw2241]

Bye, Felicia.

[@ibrahimahmad3751]

Love your videos, I've got some ideas and some suggestions to share with you, what's the best possible way to contact you directly? Let me know please, I'd love to have a conversation with you!

[@LebeStarkJason]

Ibrahim, are you signed up for Lebe Stark emails? If so, reply to one of the emails and if Coach has the bandwidth, you'll get a reply back. If you're not signed up, download the Kettlebell Code ebook to start receiving them.

[@ralphnevill6171]

^&*)()(_(*(_) Just bought a pair of adjustable kettlebells last year and am mostly very happy with them, but now Pro Kettlebell has come out with a new design! 😱 Seems like a lot of people/influencers and not just Gregory are also very happy with these bells. Maybe I'll have to get me a pair...🙄

[@LebeStarkJason]

Don't forget to use the coupon code. 😉

[@benjaminmorris811]

You’re “losing” money 🙈

[@anthonycraig274]

@@benjaminmorris811 no, the deal will likely make him money. He is at the end of the day a businessman.

[@tomhutchison5992]

Confront this-hire the best-a Strongfirst kettlebell instructor. This guy has talked down every other provider in a confrontational manner. A bum