Titans Swear by Kettlebell Workouts

Paul Kuharsky of the Tennessean has an interesting piece today about the Titans' use of kettlebells as part of their workout routine. For those who don't know what a kettlebell is, here's a look:

Cornerback Cortland Finnegan says of the workouts:

"I don't enjoy it," cornerback Cortland Finnegan said. "I can run all day, 40s, 100s, 180s, and not sweat as much as I do in here and be in as much pain. This kettlebell workout, Jay has taken this thing to the next level.

"This ain't for me. I can't really speak on the kettlebell; you'll have to find someone more profound on the kettlebell industry. This right here is just torture, I can't even talk on it."

The Titans' use of kettlebells was spearheaded by assistant strength and conditioning coach Jason Novak, who says few workout routines match the kettlebell for building strength and providing cardiovascular benefits. Says Pro Bowl defensive end Kyle Vanden Bosch, "In football it's so much about being tough and not giving up and that's what the kettlebell workout is all about."