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Kettlebell Squat

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Kettlebell Squat Overview

The kettlebell squat workout is designed to primarily target the quads and glutes.

By holding the kettlebell at chest level, it adds resistance to the squat movement, intensifying the workout.

While it also engages secondary muscles like the hamstrings and calves, the focus remains on the quads and glutes.

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Kettlebell Squat Instructions

  1. Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, toes slightly turned out.
  2. Hold a kettlebell with both hands, allowing it to hang in front of your body.
  3. Bend your knees and lower your hips down and back, as if sitting into a chair.
  4. Keep your chest up and your back straight as you descend.
  5. Lower until your thighs are parallel to the ground, or as low as you can comfortably go.
  6. Push through your heels and extend your hips and knees to return to the starting position.

Kettlebell Squat Tips

  1. Start with a light kettlebell to focus on form and build strength gradually.
  2. Place your feet shoulder-width apart, toes slightly turned out, to engage your quads and glutes effectively.
  3. Keep your chest up, core engaged, and lower back neutral throughout the squat movement.
  4. As you lower into the squat, push your hips back and down, keeping your knees in line with your toes.
  5. Drive through your heels to stand back up, squeezing your glutes at the top of the movement.
  6. Control the descent and ascent of the kettlebell squat to maximize muscle activation and prevent injuries.

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