Target Body Part: Primary:  Quadriceps, Glutes, Hamstringskettledeadlift_440px

Equipment needed: Kettlebell

Performance points:

  • Stand on the outside of the kettlebell, feet hip-width apart.
  • Squat down, grasping onto the kettlebell. Ensure you pull your shoulder blades down and back away from your ears. Chest elevated. You can do this by pulling ever so slightly on the kettlebell handles.
  • Press up through the mid part of the foot, ensuring knees are pressing out through your toes.
  • Lower the kettlebell back to the ground, maintaining the proper form.

Reps/Sets:

  • Include this exercise as part of a lower-body workout.
  • Complete 6-8 repetitions (Strength)/ 20+ repetitions (endurance).

Modifications:

  • Advanced: Upgrade to a barbell deadlift.

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