Reconstruction, one of the most turbulent and controversial eras in American history, began during the Civil War and ended in 1877. It witnessed America's first experiment in interracial democracy. Just as the fate of slavery was central to the meaning of the Civil War, so the divisive politics of Reconstruction turned on the status the former slaves would assume in the reunited nation.
I recommend that most women can start with an 8 kg/18-lb kettlebell, while fit women can begin with a 12 kg/26-lb kettlebell. A male starting to work out should begin with a 16 kg/35-lb kettlebell, while a fit man can begin with a 24 kg/53-lb kettlebell. This is my opinion, based upon my experiences.
This design makes kettlebells different from training with dumbbells because the weight of a kettlebell is not distributed evenly, thus creating the need to counter balance and stabilize during your workout (Aha ... core strength!). The most common weight of a kettlebell ranges between 9 pounds and 105 pounds.I start most women with an 18-pound bell, but some of my women in their 60's use a 13-pound for some exercises and 18 pounds for the rest. Most women I work with work up to a 26-pound bell. Kettlebells help to build balance, power, muscle and more! 2  A kettlebell is a cast-iron ball with a handle attached to the top of it. 3  Kettlebell training is great for men and women of all shapes and sizes.