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The Kyübell

Weight: 10lbs Pair

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The Kyūbell (pronounced Q-bell) is a revolutionary take on the traditional dumbbell. A variable load handheld training device and multi-function handheld training system, the Kyubell can replace multiple sets of regular dumbbells and has been said to “make 30 pounds feel like 50”. The inspiration behind this device was to provide a tool that could offer versatility to commonly loaded exercises. The unique ability of the Kyubell to target different segments of a force curve allows users to make some exercises more or less challenging depending on the chosen position. Changing load on the fly allows users to fully exhaust a challenging load position and then move to a more accommodating load position to enhance the metabolic or hypertrophic training effect. New loading positions also provide a fresh perspective on traditional DB exercises.

The Kyūbells were developed in partnership with Havak

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The Kyübell

Differences between a Kyubell and Dumbbell

Both a dumbbell and Kyūbell are simple versions of a handheld weight. Dumbbells offer a scalability of load in many different exercises. Kyūbells offer scalability of load like a dumbbell but they also allow users to target different force curves within common movements. Manipulation of how force is applied to a muscle is one of the many applications of the Kyūbells.

Understanding the different positions

Manipulation of force is the #1 goal of any resistance training implement. Force is a vector quantity that has both a magnitude and direction. Force is a non-linear expression that results during push and pull movements. The number one way to influence force output in resistance training is through progressive loading. The second way to influence force output is the position of an implement relative to the lever arm (we often refer to this as changing the mechanical loading of an exercise). Kyūbells can both influence force through progressive loading but also through changing position in common exercises.

The center mass position is the most stable of the various positions. Due to the stability of the center mass it is the position that can be loaded the heaviest (in terms of absolute load of the implement).

The rack position allows uses to target larger force curves (muscle will be under load longer) in various upper body fly exercises. Some users also feel the rack position is easier on their joints when doing pressing exercises though this is completely up to your individual biomechanics and injury history.

The long leverposition is the most demanding from a mechanical loading perspective. While the inherent absolute load of the Kyūbell will be lighter relative to other positions, this position produces the longest lever arm in most exercises.

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  • Change the Load on the Muscle Without Setting the Kyubell Down
  • Shorter Workouts with a Higher Hypertrophic & Metabolic Effect
  • Multiple Hand Positions and Variable Load Replaces a Whole Rack of Dumbbells/Kettlebells with a Few Kyubells
  • Removes Aches and Pains of Many Traditionally Uncomfortable Movements
  • Isolate a Muscle or Target Specific Parts Better Than Any Other Tool
  • Tall: 8.75” (viewed from side)
  • Width:

10lb: 6.75”

20lb: 7.5”

30lb: 8.25”

40lb: 9”

50lb: 9.75”

  • Inner Hole: 2” (fits standard olympic + specialty bars)
  • Grip Diameter: 1.25” (small), 1.75” (mid), 2.5” (large)
  • Grip Finish: Sticky Textured Powdercoat
  • Kyubell Finish: Semi-Gloss Smooth Black Powdercoat
  • Label: Printed User Guide

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"I don't think I've done a set of curls that hard in a long time."

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Frequently Asked Questions

Generally Kyubells will feel significantly heavier than dumbbells. This is becuase the loading on the muscle can be changed from 25% less to 50% more than a traditional handheld weight.  This is a wide range for loading but is skewed to the heavier side.  The rule of thumb is to use lighter kyubells than you think is needed.

The Kyubell was developed in partnership with the inventor of the Triads with Duffin’s variations after 3 years of use.  These include improving texture and sizes of the grips to allow the current versatility of positions well beyond the original positions.  This was also done providing the same exact center of mass and balance regardless of the size of the grip you hold.

Basic hand positions include

  • Rack position (medial) like a kettlebell racked hold weight is behind and below the wrist if hold overhead
  • Center Mass (proximal) where the weight is centered around the wrist.  Note One of the handles can rest on the forearm if you have a wrist or hand injury
  • Extended (distal) where the weight is furthest from the body like a bottoms up kettlebell or out in front on a curl.
  • 90 deg down/Hanging - like hanging below hand on a curl, Fly, or side lateral raise.  This increases stability and seems to reduce/eliminate stiffness and unpleasant feelings
  • 90deg upright - Weld held directly above wrist when at the top positon of a curl or side lateral with it being 90degrees away from the body at the bottom positon of these movements.  This loading significantly increases the loading on the bottom end range of the movement.  This balances the loading of the muscle in both extended and contracted phases and increases the total average load during the lift.  Definitely a lift for the kyubell sadist.

Basic hand positions include

  • Rack position (medial) like a kettlebell racked hold weight is behind and below the wrist if hold overhead
  • Center Mass (proximal) where the weight is centered around the wrist.  Note One of the handles can rest on the forearm if you have a wrist or hand injury
  • Extended (distal) where the weight is furthest from the body like a bottoms up kettlebell or out in front on a curl.
  • 90 deg down/Hanging - like hanging below hand on a curl, Fly, or side lateral raise.  This increases stability and seems to reduce/eliminate stiffness and unpleasant feelings
  • 90deg upright - Weld held directly above wrist when at the top positon of a curl or side lateral with it being 90degrees away from the body at the bottom positon of these movements.  This loading significantly increases the loading on the bottom end range of the movement.  This balances the loading of the muscle in both extended and contracted phases and increases the total average load during the lift.  Definitely a lift for the kyubell sadist.

While we can’t guarantee this outcome, yes people often see a reduction of stiffness and ‘unpleasant’ feelings in movements like flys, delt raises, and other problematic uses.  This is done in the 90deg hanging position where the center of mass is placed below the joint like many of our other products.  We make the assumption that you can differentiate the  ‘unpleasant’ feelings we are referencing and doesn’t mean that its ‘easy’.  Kyubells are challenging and put massive strain and load on the tissue are challenging and extremely hard in all the right ways versus the ‘unpleasant’ in all the wrong ways.

Yes, all kettlebell exercises can be done with the kybells.  But if you are doing a lot of conditioning high repetition work like kettlebell swings for time it is best fit for professional kettlebells.  The grip texture in that amount of time may be problematic.

Kybuells are engineered to specifically accommodate this style of training maximizing metabolic pathways at the same time as strength and hypertrophy providing efficient, engaging, and highly effective workouts.

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