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
Secondary muscles
Primary body parts
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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