How to do it
Brace your core hard before each rep and maintain it through the entire movement.
- 1
Stand with feet shoulder-width apart, holding kettlebells in the front rack position.
- 2
Lower your body by bending the knees and hips, keeping your back straight.
- 3
Squat down as low as you can without compromising form.
- 4
Drive through your heels to return to the starting position.
- 5
Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Expert tip
Keep your elbows up and wrists straight to maintain a strong rack position throughout the squat.
Common mistakes
- ✕Knees collapsing inward toward midline
- ✕Rising onto the toes during the descent
- ✕Leaning the torso excessively forward