While some claim independent modalities can replace all other weightlifting, research has not supported the marketing clamor. In a recent research investigation, traditional weightlifting exercises where compared to kettlebell training on measures of fitness. The study compared the effects of 6 weeks of traditional heavy resistance training exercises vs. kettlebell training on strength, power, and anthropometric measures. Thirty healthy, college-aged males were randomly assigned to 1 of 2 groups: (a) weightlifting, or (b) kettlebell. Each subject trained twice a week for a period of six weeks. A linear periodization model was employed for both training groups. Weeks 1-3 subjects performed 3 × 6 of (a) high pulls or (b) kettlebell swings, 4 × 4 (a) power clean or (b) accelerated swings, and 4 × 6 (a) back squats or (b) goblet squats; the volume increased during weeks 4-6 to 4 × 6, 6 × 4, and 4 × 6, respectively. Participants were assessed for height (in centimeters), body mass (in kilograms), and body composition (skinfolds). Initial strength measures were determined using a 1RM back squat and power was assessed by the vertical jump and 1RM power clean. The results of this study indicated that both short-term weightlifting and kettlebell training were effective in increasing strength and power in healthy males. However, the gain in strength using weightlifting movements was significantly greater than kettlebell training. Neither method of training led to significant changes in power or in any of the anthropometric measures. (Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research, 2012)