Snapshot: Kettlebell Swing

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Kettlebell Swing Snapshot

by Colin McGarty

Exercise Summary

The kettlebell swing is an explosive lower body exercise. It involves a hip hinge similar to the deadlift. The kettlebell swing builds a strong lower back, glutes and hamstrings and develops your grip. When performed for high reps it is a killer conditioning exercise that will leave your breathless. If done for lower reps, it is a fantastic movement to build explosive power.

Exercise Steps

1.  Assume a shoulder width stance with a kettlebell several feet in front of your body.

2.  Drive your butt back while keeping your shins close to vertical and reaching forward for the kettlebell with your arms.

3.  Pull the kettlebell back towards your pelvis while flexing your lats and maintaining a neutral spine.

4.  Stand up explosively and exhale.

5.  Hike the kettlebell back towards your pelvis and stand up again explosively for as many repetitions as desired.

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