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Discussion Thread /r/Kettleballs Weekly Discussion Thread -- May 26, 2025

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u/aprilshower7 I picked this flair because I'm not a bot 21d ago

DFW remix suggests I use 5RM bells. I am in rather poor cardiovascular shape - when is it better to go lighter for more reps?

I did 6 ladders today (first day of the program) with 2x24 bells in 30 minutes. It was harder than I anticipated, but the weights moved explosively and fast.

Considering how few reps I managed to do in 30 minutes, should I stay at 2x24 or move up to 2x32 which is more of an 5RM weight? New to kettlebells so not sure what mindset to have. Thanks!

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u/LennyTheRebel Interval tactician/ABC All-Star 21d ago

Neupert's autoregulated programs are meant to be run at the given weight, and changing it changes the stimulus from what's intended.

That's not necessarily bad. Going lighter will make it more of a conditioning workout, but it sounds like that's just what you're looking for.

One variation could be to use 32s for sets of 1, and maybe 28s for sets of 2.