Kettlebell Swing
A hip hinge that swings the kettlebell with power from the hips, not the arms. We swing to eye level unless a workout says otherwise.
How to do it
- Hike the bell back between your legs
- Snap the hips forward and squeeze the glutes
- Arms stay long and relaxed
- Let the bell float, then hinge to catch it
Watch out for
- Squatting the swing instead of hinging
- Lifting with the arms and shoulders
- Rounding the back at the bottom
Make it easier
Use a lighter bell, or do kettlebell deadlifts.