Kettlebells for Home Training

Frequently asked questions

• What weight kettlebell should I start with?

  Lighter than you might think. Pick a weight you can control through the whole movement, then move up once your form is steady. Many people own two: a lighter kettlebell for pressing and a heavier one for swings. Our range runs from 2.2kg to 28kg, and the SPORTNOW set of three (2.2kg, 4.5kg and 6.8kg) is a simple starting point.

• What is the difference between cast iron, neoprene and soft kettlebells?

  It comes down to the outer layer. Cast iron kettlebells are solid and compact for their weight, and go up to 28kg in our range. Neoprene coated kettlebells add a softer coating that’s quieter on floors, from 6kg to 24kg. Soft kettlebells have a softer shell, a flat base and a wide non-slip handle.

• What is a soft kettlebell?

  It’s a kettlebell with a softer outer shell instead of bare metal, so it’s quieter and gentler on floors. The SPORTNOW soft kettlebells come in 6kg, 8kg, 10kg and 12kg. Some 12kg models have a wide non-slip handle and a flat bottom, so they stand upright on the floor between sets and are easy to pick up again.

• Is a kettlebell set worth buying?

  It is if you’re new to kettlebells or want to move up in small steps. The SPORTNOW set of three includes 2.2kg, 4.5kg and 6.8kg kettlebells with a storage tray, so you get three weights and somewhere to keep them in one order. If you already know your working weights, single kettlebells give you more choice.

• What is a multi-function kettlebell weight set?

  It’s a set of handles and plates that converts between dumbbells, a barbell, a kettlebell and push up stands. SPORTNOW makes them in 20kg and 40kg versions, plus a 6-in-1 20kg set. They save space and money if you’d like to try different kinds of training, though a solid kettlebell feels different in the hand. See more in our free weights range.

• How do I store kettlebells at home?

  On a rack, so they’re off the floor and nobody trips over them. SPORTNOW makes 3-tier and 4-tier kettlebell and dumbbell racks with a 200kg capacity, and the 4-tier version loads from the side. If floor space is tight, the SPORTNOW 2-tier wall-mounted rack is 98cm wide and keeps your weights up against the wall.

• Can I use kettlebells on any floor?

  Not without some protection. Put a rubber mat down under your kettlebell area, especially on laminate or wooden floors. Neoprene coated and soft kettlebells are gentler than bare cast iron if they’re set down hard. The SPORTNOW 6kg, 8kg and 10kg kettlebells have flat bases, so they sit steady between sets.

• Can I buy kettlebells from Bossy Cat?

  Yes. Our Kettlebells range includes cast iron, neoprene coated and SPORTNOW soft kettlebells, colour-coded kettlebells and a set of three with a storage tray. Delivery is free on all orders to UK mainland addresses and arrives in 3-5 working days, with no hidden fees. If you change your mind, you can return your order, but the return postage is paid by you.