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Exercises

Kettlebell Russian Swings

Also known as Kettlebell Hardstyle Swings and Kettlebell Swings

What It Is

An explosive hip drive that floats the weight to chest height. It builds power and stamina in the back of your body for running, jumping and lifting.

How to Do It

Stand with feet a bit wider than your hips and the kettlebell a foot in front of you. Bend at the hips, grab the handle and hike it back between your legs. Snap your hips forward to float it to chest height. Let it swing back between your legs and repeat.

Tips

Let your hips do the work and keep your arms loose. Stand tall at the top without leaning back.

Skill Level

Intermediate. Free-weight lifts, single-leg balance under load, or near-bodyweight strength moves. Form matters.

Type

Power. Builds explosive strength with fast, forceful movement.

Engagement

Bilateral. Each rep works both sides of the body at once.

Primary Muscles

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