Kettlebell Swing

  1. Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, toes slightly turned out.
  2. Hold the kettlebell with both hands between your thighs, maintaining an overhand grip, arms hanging naturally extended towards the floor.
  3. Slightly bend your knees and hinge at the hips to push your buttocks back while keeping a flat back.
  4. Initiate the swing by snapping your hips forward, driving the kettlebell upward with your glutes and hamstrings.
  5. Swing the kettlebell to chest height with arms extended; keep your core engaged.
  6. Allow the kettlebell to descend by hinging at the hips again, controlling the downward movement.
  7. Use the momentum of the descending kettlebell to immediately begin the next swing.
  8. Perform the desired number of repetitions, maintaining a rhythmic and controlled pace.
  9. To finish, allow the kettlebell to swing back down one last time, slowing the swing to a stop safely.

Primary Muscles

  • Glute
  • Lower Back

Secondary Muscles

  • Forearm - Inner
  • Hamstring
  • Thigh - Inner
  • Trap

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