The JaxJox KettlebellConnect Smart Kettlebell is the perfect workout companion for just about any workout involving weights. It’s easier and more convenient than free weights which allows you to stay focussed on what matters most, your workout! I used to workout with a pen and paper to track my reps and sets. As you can imagine, and may be aware, it’s very time consuming and difficult to stay on track while you’re trying to workout because you’re trying to challenge yourself but also remember the reps so that you can write it down after you complete a set. It gets even more difficult when you’re doing burnouts and don’t want to set the weights down so that you can keep going to challenge yourself even more. Oftentimes I would lose my place on my reps or forget if I completed a set or a rep and wasn’t sure if I wrote down the correct rep and set. However, it’s important to correctly track your workout if you plan to challenge yourself and build strength, endurance and or muscle. Well the JaxJox KettlebellConnect takes all of the guesswork out of your workout. It allows you to keep working-out while it tracks your workout progress for you to review later. In-fact, the most difficult thing I found when I first starting using the JaxJox KettlebellConnect is the name; JaxJox is such a tongue twister, lol.
I used the JaxJox KettlebellConnect on day one after I set it up. It does a really good job of tracking you’re every rep so you don’t have to worry about tracking it yourself. I like that multiple people in your household can use it, up to 9 people, and each person can have their own workout plan and IQ fitness tracked. I have been working-out consistently for the past few years with weights but I have no experience with using a Kettlebell. I actually had to look up the benefits of kettlebell workouts and I found a lot of useful information on the benefits of kettlebell workouts. Once I was interested in the benefits working out with a kettlebell, I decided to give the JaxJox KettlebellConnect a try. I quickly discovered that it was not only worth the investment but it is helping me to take my workout to the next level. I am able to use my JaxJox KettlebellConnect for all of my workouts throughout the week. It allows me to get a good weight workout with an element of cardio burn as well. I find that my heart rate is elevated and I am sweating more and burning more calories. The Kettlebell fits perfectly with my other weights. I was concerned at first with the even pounds in weights as all of my other weights are odd (i.e. 5lbs, 10lbs, 15lbs, etc.), while the JaxJox KettlebellConnect weights are even (I.e. 12lbs, 18lbs, 24lbs, etc.). But I found that this adds the little extra challenge I need when I don’t want to increase an entire 5lbs I can simple use the Kettlebell to add a smaller incremental change to my challenge and work my way up.
The JaxJox KettlebellConnect is heavy when it’s all together as a unit in the box so I had mines delivered to my home. It was well packaged and everything was separately placed in its own section which made it easy to retrieve and spread out, on the floor, for assembly. It is made of good quality material that appears will last for years as I plan to get some really good use out of it. I like the contrasting colors of the black and neon green. Everything you need to get started is contained within the box (except for the device(s) you plan to record your workouts, i.e. cell phone, tablet or watch). There is a lot to like about the JaxJox KettlebellConnect right out the box. Assembly is easy as everything has an identifying name and or number. Not only is it easy to assemble, but throughout the process, you will know that you are assembling it correctly as everything has a place and fits well together; nothing is forced. You will hear a sound (a beep) letting you know that it is properly assembled and every time you place it on the base and change between weights you will hear that beep letting you know it’s safe to remove the Kettlebell from the base and use it. I like that the top Kettlebell Shell fits either way as it makes it easy to set it back on the base when your changing weight. The instructions are easy to read and well put together; each step is well thought out. The pictorial schematic are well drawn and easily matched with the written instructions. I found that certain steps were contained within the instructions, were repeated again in suggestions and then again in the safety warning area. Some were repeated twice, and others a third time. I think this is a good idea as it is a clear warning and of importance and will stick with you longer and keep you safe. Most people won’t return to the instruction manual unless they have a problem so you’re more likely to remember something if you read it a few times.
The JaxJox Kettlebell comes with an accompanying app. I was able to locate and download the JaxJox app easily. I didn’t know at the time of purchase, but there is also an Apple Watch app as well. The JaxJox KettlebellConnect works seamlessly with the Apple eco system. I like that it synced my data from a month ago from my previous workouts that were recorded in my health app. It also works with other operating systems as well so if you’re not an Apple person it will work with any phone, watch or fitness gear you own. The set up via the app was extremely easy, as well as the account setup and registration process. You’re able to sign up with a valid email and unique password that you create. The app clearly explains everything so I didn’t need to seek out additional help or ask questions from the JaxJox team for additional explanation for assembly or use. You are simply guided along with simple choices you select to get started. The app has some great “how to” visual workout videos. There are plenty of workout videos to help you learn how to best use your kettlebell and get the most out of it and your workouts. You should not get bored using the JaxJox KettlebellConnect.
After I read the instructions, assembled the Kettlebell and downloaded the app, I was ready to start my workout, but I didn’t see anything about how long it takes to charge or how often it needs to charge. I didn’t see anything about how long the base has to stay plugged in and does it have to remain plugged in all times or does the base and shell have a battery inside that will last X amount of time. I later moved the unit without it being directly plugged up and everything worked fine. I am assuming there is a battery in the base and the Kettlebell as the base appeared to be changing and monitoring two battery levels. I also wanted to know how far could I be away from my phone and did I need to have my phone near by? I wanted to know if I could workout with just my Apple Watch or did I need the phone as well? Nonetheless, I just connected the JaxJox KettlebellConnect as instructed and began the setup process via bluetooth and my cellphone. After I connected it, I then wondered how far could I be away from the base and my actual workout space. I decided to just use it as I normally would use my free weights during any workout and the Kettlebell worked fine and tracked my workout completely. It appears the Kettlebell has the same bluetooth parameters, so I had all of those questions that I thought should have been addressed in the instruction manual when all I needed to do was use it normally like I use my other weights. They made it that simple with ease of use.
Overall, the Kettlebell worked fine with all of my regular weight workouts and fit seamlessly with my high intensity workouts. I actually noticed that I burned more calories using the Kettlebell than without. I can see that I will be using the JaxJox KettlebellConnect for most of my workouts throughout the week because of it’s convenience and ease of use. But I contend that it’s much more easy and convenient than my free weights. It is neater as you have all of your weights in one place and don’t have them scattered all over the workout floor, you can change weight faster than the traditional methods and when you’re done you can just set the shell back on top and walk away with no weights to straighten up and to put back in place. I am so pleased with the JaxJox KettlebellConnect that I am considering purchasing more JaxJox equipment to add to my workout agenda. The JaxJox KettlebellConnect is worth the investment, not only in the product, but in the investment you are making in yourself. Give it a try and I’m certain that you will feel the same way too.
