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Kettlebell Windmill

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

Kettlebell Windmill demonstration

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

How to Perform

  1. 1Place a kettlebell in front of your lead foot and clean and press it 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. Press it overhead by extending the elbow.
  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. Bending at the hip to one side, sticking your butt out, slowly lean until you can touch the floor with your free hand. Keep your eyes on the kettlebell that you hold over your head at all times.
  3. 3Pause for a second after reaching 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
  • •As a compound movement, this exercise works multiple muscle groups efficiently

Muscles Worked

Front
Back
AbdominalsGlutesHamstringsShouldersTriceps

Exercise Details

Category
Strength
Force
pull
Mechanic
compound
Level
intermediate

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Frequently Asked Questions

What muscles does Kettlebell Windmill work?

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

What equipment do I need for Kettlebell Windmill?

Kettlebell Windmill requires Kettlebells.

Is Kettlebell Windmill suitable for beginners?

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

Alternatives to Kettlebell Windmill

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