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  • 1Department of Sport and Exercise Sciences, University of Chichester, Chichester, United Kingdom. j.lake@chi.ac.uk

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Kettlebell swing training effectively enhances maximum and explosive strength, comparable to jump squat training. This study shows kettlebell training is a viable alternative for improving athletic performance.

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Area of Science:

  • Exercise Physiology
  • Sports Science
  • Strength and Conditioning

Background:

  • Maximum and explosive strength are critical components of athletic performance.
  • Jump squat training is a known method for improving these strength measures.
  • Kettlebell training offers a potential alternative for strength development.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To determine the effects of kettlebell swing (KB) training on maximum strength (half squat 1-repetition maximum [HS 1RM]) and explosive strength (vertical jump height [VJH]).
  • To compare the efficacy of KB training with jump squat (JS) power training for improving these strength metrics.

Main Methods:

  • Twenty-one healthy men were randomly assigned to either a KB or JS training group.
  • Both groups trained twice weekly for 6 weeks, with specific protocols for KB swings and JS power training.
  • HS 1RM and VJH were measured pre- and post-training.

Main Results:

  • Both KB and JS training significantly improved maximum strength (HS 1RM) by 9.8% and explosive strength (VJH) by 19.8%.
  • No significant differences were found between the KB and JS groups in improvements in either maximum or explosive strength.
  • Kettlebell training provided a stimulus sufficient to increase both maximum and explosive strength.

Conclusions:

  • Kettlebell swing training is an effective method for enhancing both maximum and explosive strength.
  • KB training serves as a valuable alternative to traditional JS training for strength and conditioning professionals.
  • Incorporating KB training can add variety and efficacy to athletic training programs.