page_title: Kettlebell
section_title: Shape
hierarchical_section_title: Kettlebell / Shape
caption_attribution_description: English: Illustrated is a competition kettlebell and it's anatomy. Handle, Corner(s), Horn(s), Window, Bell and Base.
context_page_description: The kettlebell is a cast iron or cast steel ball with a handle attached to the top. It is used to perform many types of exercises, including ballistic exercises that combine cardiovascular, strength and flexibility training.
  They are also the primary equipment used in the weight lifting sport of kettlebell lifting.
context_section_description: Unlike traditional dumbbells, a kettlebell's center of mass is extended beyond the hand, similar to Indian clubs or ishi sashi. This facilitates ballistic and swinging movements. Variants of the kettlebell include bags filled with sand, water, or steel shot. The kettlebell allows for swing movements and release moves with added safety and added grip, wrist, arm and core strengthening. The weight of a kettlebell is not distributed evenly. Thus, the unique shape of a kettlebell provides the "unstable force" for handling - key for the effectiveness of the kettlebell exercises.
  The parts of the kettlebell can be broken down into: handle, corners, horns, window, bell, and base.
caption: Parts of a competition kettlebell
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