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Area of Science:

  • Exercise Physiology
  • Sports Science
  • Endocrinology

Background:

  • Kettlebell (KB) training is a popular form of resistance exercise.
  • The acute hormonal responses to KB exercises, particularly the swing, require further investigation.
  • Understanding these responses is crucial for optimizing training protocols for muscle adaptation.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the acute hormonal response (cortisol and testosterone) to kettlebell swing exercise.
  • To determine if different loads influence hormonal responses when total work is normalized.
  • To assess the impact of load on heart rate (HR) and ratings of perceived exertion (RPE).

Main Methods:

  • Ten strength-trained males participated in two KB swing trials (8-kg and 16-kg KB).
  • Total work was equalized by manipulating swing cadence across conditions.
  • Salivary cortisol and testosterone, HR, and RPE were measured before, during, and after exercise.

Main Results:

  • Higher loads (16-kg) resulted in significantly greater increases in cortisol and testosterone compared to lower loads (8-kg).
  • Testosterone levels were significantly elevated post-exercise compared to pre-exercise.
  • Heart rate and ratings of perceived exertion were higher with the 16-kg load and increased with repetitions.

Conclusions:

  • Kettlebell swing exercise acutely increases hormones vital for muscle adaptation.
  • The load used in KB swings significantly influences the hormonal response, irrespective of total work completed.
  • These findings suggest that load selection is a critical variable for modulating the physiological adaptations to KB training.