How to do it
Squeeze your shoulder blade back at the top of each pull.
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Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, holding a kettlebell in one hand.
- 2
Bend your knees slightly and hinge at the hips to bring your torso nearly parallel to the floor.
- 3
Let the kettlebell hang at arm's length, palm facing your torso.
- 4
Pull the kettlebell to your side, keeping your elbow close to your body.
- 5
Lower the kettlebell back to the starting position with control.
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Repeat for the desired number of repetitions before switching arms.
Expert tip
Keep your back flat and core engaged throughout the movement to protect your lower back and ensure proper form.
Common mistakes
- ✕Letting the elbow flare outward on the pull
- ✕Dropping the head and neck toward the floor
- ✕Using leg drive to bounce the kettlebell up