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Double Kettlebell Windmill

Primary
Abdominals
Secondary
Glutes, Hamstrings, Shoulders, Triceps
Equipment
Kettlebells
Level
intermediate

Double Kettlebell Windmill demonstration

Double Kettlebell Windmill, starting position
Double Kettlebell Windmill, starting position
Double Kettlebell Windmill, finishing position
Double Kettlebell Windmill, finishing position

How to Perform

  1. 1Place a kettlebell in front of your front foot and clean and press a kettlebell overhead with your opposite arm. Clean the kettlebell to your shoulder by extending through the legs and hips as you pull the kettlebell towards your shoulders. Rotate your wrist as you do so, so that the palm faces forward.
  2. 2Keeping the kettlebell locked out at all times, push your butt out in the direction of the locked out kettlebell. Turn your feet out at a forty-five degree angle from the arm with the locked out kettlebell.
  3. 3Bending at the hip to one side, sticking your butt out, slowly lean until you can retrieve the kettlebell from the floor. Keep your eyes on the kettlebell that you hold over your head at all times.
  4. 4Pause for a second after retrieving the kettlebell from the ground and reverse the motion back to the starting position.

Video Tutorial

Tips & Common Mistakes

  • •Focus on controlled movements rather than speed or momentum
  • •Maintain proper breathing - exhale during the exertion phase
  • •Start with lighter weight to master the form before progressing

Muscles Worked

Front
Back
AbdominalsGlutesHamstringsShouldersTriceps

Exercise Details

Category
Strength
Force
pull
Mechanic
N/A
Level
intermediate

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Frequently Asked Questions

What muscles does Double Kettlebell Windmill work?

Double Kettlebell Windmill primarily targets the Abdominals. It also works the Glutes, Hamstrings, Shoulders, Triceps as secondary muscles.

What equipment do I need for Double Kettlebell Windmill?

Double Kettlebell Windmill requires Kettlebells.

Is Double Kettlebell Windmill suitable for beginners?

Double Kettlebell Windmill is classified as intermediate level. Beginners should master foundational movements first.

Alternatives to Double Kettlebell Windmill

Substitute any of these when the equipment is taken or unavailable. They train the same primary muscles.