Kettlebell Box Squat Exercise Guide

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Exercise Profile

Target
Gluteus Maximus
Equipment
Kettlebell
Body Part
Hips
Primary Muscle
Gluteus Maximus
Secondary Muscles
Adductor Magnus, Soleus, Quadriceps
Intensity
medium
Category
strength
Skill Level
intermediate
Estimated Calories
5
Alternate Names
Kettlebell Squat to Box

Visualised Target Muscle Groups

Front

Body muscles front

Back

Body muscles back

How to: Kettlebell Box Squat

  1. Stand in front of a box or bench with your feet shoulder-width apart, holding a kettlebell at chest level.
  2. Push your hips back and lower your body into a squat, aiming to touch the box with your glutes.
  3. Pause briefly before standing back up, driving through your heels.
  4. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Common Mistakes

  • Allowing knees to cave in during the squat.
  • Leaning forward excessively.
  • Not fully engaging the hips.

Modifications

  • Use a smaller box or a bench to reduce height.
  • Perform without weights to master the technique.

Tips

  • Focus on keeping your chest up throughout the movement.
  • Engage your core to maintain stability.
  • Make sure your knees track over your toes as you squat.

Tags

Kettlebell
Squat
Strength
Quads
Glutes
Upper Legs