Pavel Tsatsouline's Russian Kettlebell Challenge was the first DVD produced by Dragondoor.com.

For those not familiar with kettlebells, they are basically an iron sphere with a handle, ranging in weight anywhere from 9lbs all the way up to a monstrous 88lbs. They can be used for both strength training as well as for aerobic conditioning, with the capability to condition one in both areas at the same time. For more information, visit the kettlebell FAQ page located elsewhere on this site.

I have to say that I was not sure what to expect... on the one hand I was afraid it would not be of the best quality, considering that "The Russian Kettlebell Challenge" (RKC) was the first Pavel Tsatsouline video released by Dragon Door. I worried that the transfer of the original video to DVD would not come off looking any better than the quality of the original. On the other hand I have never known Dragon Door to put out a product of less than excellent quality. more »

The Russian Kettlebell Challenge is a solidly produced if low tech instructional videotape on kettlebell lifting. more »

I received my kettlebell last week (16kg) and started with two arm swings for 10 reps then to one arm swings for 10 reps each. Already I was breathing hard. When I did snatches (10 reps each arm) I was pretty whipped. more »