Kettlebell Around the World
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Technique
Stand with feet shoulder-width apart holding a kettlebell in one hand. Pass the kettlebell around your waist from hand to hand, keeping your core braced and torso upright. Complete the prescribed number of rotations in one direction, then reverse. Keep the movement smooth and controlled throughout.
Steps
- Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and hold the kettlebell at your side.
- Brace your core and keep your torso upright.
- Pass the kettlebell behind your waist to the opposite hand.
- Guide the kettlebell around the front of your waist to the starting hand.
- Complete the prescribed rotations, then repeat in the opposite direction.
Common mistakes
- Twisting or leaning the torso during the handoff
- Letting the kettlebell drift too far from the waist
- Rushing the pass and losing control behind the body
- Relaxing the core as the kettlebell changes hands
Variations
- Alternating-direction kettlebell around the world
- Staggered-stance kettlebell around the world
- Half-kneeling kettlebell around the world
- Paused-handoff kettlebell around the world
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What muscles does Kettlebell Around the World work?
Muscles: Abs, Front delts.
What equipment do I need for Kettlebell Around the World?
Equipment: Kettlebell.
Where can I do Kettlebell Around the World?
Location: Gym, Home.
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