How to do it
Grip the handle firmly and keep your arms straight throughout.
- 1
Stand with your feet hip-width apart, with the kettlebell between your feet.
- 2
Hinge at the hips and bend your knees slightly, gripping the kettlebell handle with both hands.
- 3
Keep your back flat and chest up as you stand up, driving through your heels.
- 4
Squeeze your glutes at the top of the movement.
- 5
Lower the kettlebell back to the ground by hinging at the hips and maintaining a flat back.
Expert tip
Keep your back straight and hinge at the hips, not the waist. Drive through your heels to lift the kettlebell, keeping it close to your body.
Common mistakes
- ✕Hyperextending the knees at the top
- ✕Rolling onto the toes during the ascent
- ✕Resting the bell on the floor between reps