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kettlebell swing

kettlebell swing is a common strength training exercise. Below are form tips, steps, and demos.

Steps

Step 1

Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, toes pointed slightly outward.

Step 2

Hold the kettlebell with both hands in front of your body, arms extended.

Step 3

Bend your knees slightly and hinge at the hips, pushing your butt back.

Step 4

Swing the kettlebell back between your legs, keeping your arms straight and maintaining a flat back.

Step 5

Drive your hips forward and swing the kettlebell up to shoulder height, using the momentum generated by your hips.

Muscles & body parts

Primary muscles

glutes

Secondary muscles

hamstringscore

Primary body parts

thighsglutes

Common mistakes & warnings

Form & control

Avoid momentum and excessive swing; keep core stable; match breath to movement; control the eccentric phase.

Control breathing and core; keep a steady tempo.

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