How to do it
Grip the kettlebell handle firmly and keep your wrists neutral.
- 1
Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, holding a kettlebell with both hands in front of your thighs.
- 2
Raise the kettlebell straight in front of you to shoulder height, keeping your arms straight.
- 3
Lower the kettlebell back to the starting position with control.
- 4
Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Expert tip
Keep your core tight and avoid using your body momentum to lift the kettlebell. The movement should be controlled and originate from your shoulder muscles.
Common mistakes
- ✕Raising the kettlebell above shoulder height
- ✕Bending the elbows during the lift
- ✕Dropping the kettlebell quickly back down