Kettlebell swing
- Strength
- Intermediate
- Kettlebell
Muscles worked
Main: Glutes · Also: Hamstrings, Core
Measured in reps.
How to do it
- Stand with feet wider than your shoulders, kettlebell on the floor just in front of you.
- Hike the bell back between your legs, then snap your hips forward to swing it to chest height.
- Let it fall back and hinge again.
Tip: The power comes from your hips, not your arms.
Take extra care if…
- You have a current problem with your lower back. This exercise puts load through it.
General guidance only, not medical advice. Stop if anything hurts, and get advice from a doctor or qualified professional if pain continues.