How to do it
Squeeze your glutes hard at lockout to stabilize the bell overhead.
- 1
Start with the kettlebell in the rack position at shoulder height.
- 2
Dip your knees slightly, then quickly extend your legs and arm to jerk the kettlebell overhead.
- 3
Lock your arm and stabilize your shoulder at the top of the movement.
- 4
Lower the kettlebell back to the rack position in a controlled manner.
- 5
Repeat for the desired number of repetitions before switching arms.
Expert tip
Keep your torso upright and use the power from your legs to help drive the kettlebell overhead.
Common mistakes
- ✕Pressing before fully extending the legs
- ✕Missing full elbow lockout at the top
- ✕Letting the kettlebell drift forward overhead