Kettlebell Standing Slingshots Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Shoulders
- Equipment
- Kettlebell
- Body Part
- Back, Chest, Shoulders
- Primary Muscle
- Shoulders
- Secondary Muscles
- Upper Back, Chest
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5
- Alternate Names
- Kettlebell Slingshot
How to: Kettlebell Standing Slingshots
- Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, holding a kettlebell with both hands in front of you.
- Keep your arms extended, engaging your shoulders and core.
- Swing the kettlebell around your waist in a circular motion, passing it from one hand to the other.
- Continue the swinging motion for the desired number of repetitions, ensuring to keep your posture straight.
Common Mistakes
- Not engaging the core during the exercise.
- Using too much weight and sacrificing form.
- Rounding the back instead of keeping it straight.
Modifications
- Use a lighter kettlebell to ensure proper form.
- Perform the slingshot movement without the kettlebell to learn the motion.
Tips
- Keep your core tight and maintain a neutral spine throughout.
- Make sure to perform the movement in a controlled manner to avoid injury.
- Use a kettlebell that challenges you but allows you to maintain good form.
Kettlebell Standing Slingshots Alternatives
Tags
shoulders
strength
kettlebell
core
upper body
stability