With their history dating back centuries, kettlebells were first utilized in strength-based competitions during the late 19th century in Russia, but it wasn't until the late 1990s that they started to catch hold as a worldwide sensation. Today, kettlebells are used by athletes, fitness enthusiasts, elite armed special forces, and everyone in between.\
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If there's one thing required to be a successful combat sports athlete, it's being able to use both strength and power in combination with the actual fighting skill set. A punch thrown is almost useless and ineffective without power and explosiveness. The kettlebell is one of the best training tools a fighter can add to their repertoire to take their game to the next level.