The Kettlebell Swing for Beginners: A Simple and Safe How-To

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Whole Life Challenge

Whole Life Challenge

7 жыл бұрын

This video will walk you through a simple sequence to learn the kettlebell swing. If you're just getting started with the swing, these movements are great tools to help you along your way to being able to safely and effectively perform the full kettlebell swing. Each move builds upon the next until you are doing the complete exercise. You'll see me perform each part of the sequence and I'll explain how to do it in detail.
The great thing about this series is that it takes something that might look to be a complicated or intimidating movement and breaks it down into very do-able and safe parts. And if you've never swung a kettlebell before, then this learning sequence is a great workout in and of itself. So, grab a kettlebell and join me!

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@alyssahelferty8402
@alyssahelferty8402 2 жыл бұрын
*By functional I mean you can comfortably swing or carry it **bestgym.equipment** around as one would expect of a kettlebell weight. By versatile I mean the protective coating does not prevent attaching magnetic micro-plates to increase the weight, so, for example, a 35 pound kettlebell can be increased by up to 5 pounds in weight or possibly a bit more by attaching magnetic micro-plates.*
@user-tm8wy1hx7n
@user-tm8wy1hx7n 3 жыл бұрын
I hate when people just tell to lift heavier and heavier. This was really necessary and technical video i should have watched one year back. Thanks man!
@liamvanvel1996
@liamvanvel1996 3 жыл бұрын
This is one of the best tutorials I've seen for anything fitness related, you should be proud of it!
@pinchpentatnic
@pinchpentatnic 3 жыл бұрын
Couldn't agree more ✊
@susanmcmillan9204
@susanmcmillan9204 2 жыл бұрын
I agree!
@paulpierron1815
@paulpierron1815 2 жыл бұрын
WELL. i am a complete beginner, and this video is exactly what i need and was looking for. may you be blessed for saving many from injury and, through proper instruction, aiding encouragement to folks wanting to improve their strength/health !
@DanMorose
@DanMorose 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much. I’m at the end of my third week with a kettlebell and I keep pulling muscles and getting pains in areas I’m not even trying to work out lol. I’ve watched so many tutorials but none of them break down each movement. They just say “like this!” and run through the entire movement at normal speed. Seeing each fundamental movement broken down is invaluable and is sure to save me a lot of aches and pains and injuries later on! 👍
@nicandrews1370
@nicandrews1370 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for showing what form is supposed to look like. I appreciate you for not making love to camera being impressed with yourself. I've been doing these wrong and getting back strain, your "chop" explanation helped me with my form
@krishnamahabir3333
@krishnamahabir3333 5 жыл бұрын
This video is definitely for beginners. I like your simple progressions to the full swing. You are the first person to teach the preparatory movements. I am definitely going to follow your technique and build up to the full kettlebell swing. Thanks for taking the time to teach the kettlebell swing.
@WholeLifeChallengeWW
@WholeLifeChallengeWW 5 жыл бұрын
Thanks, Krishna! Glad you found us and that the video was so helpful.
@charlotteechols3035
@charlotteechols3035 10 ай бұрын
I found it fascinating to watch the progression of developing the skills and muscles to perform a good kettlebell swing. This is one of the best how to videos I have ever seen.
@areitomusic
@areitomusic Жыл бұрын
This is the absolute best explanation of the mechanics of the swing. Everyone else has "beginner 101" yet they are introducing actual workouts, and completely ignore the mechanics for correctness of movement. Thanks for this.
@karlstrand3328
@karlstrand3328 Ай бұрын
Yes, yes yes, you nailed it.
@Iron-Bridge
@Iron-Bridge 2 жыл бұрын
This is a great tutorial. I won't even say it's for beginners. It covers the safe, proper most beneficial way to get into the swing for anyone who doesn't want to suffer musculoskeletal injuries.
@Saleena781
@Saleena781 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for this video. Instead of simply discussing form and what muscles to engage or saying that we need to keep everything tight to be safe with the KB swing you actually provided an easy to follow tutorial so that I don’t go into this as a beginner and practice without knowing true correct form because even a few poorly formed swings could lead to injury 🙃
@shantanusapru
@shantanusapru 2 жыл бұрын
One of the best tutorials on this movement/exercise! Excellent!
@hamondx
@hamondx 3 жыл бұрын
I finally believe I can master this motion thanks to this tutorial. Beast mode!!
@mrsb6291
@mrsb6291 2 жыл бұрын
I love training and teaching Kettlebells and I love the movement patterns that you demonstrate this break down is rather fabulous :)
@mrdeneanon9519
@mrdeneanon9519 Ай бұрын
Best instruction I've seen.
@AndrewAviles
@AndrewAviles 3 жыл бұрын
This is the most helpful kettlebell swing video, thank you!
@SeanSeesAdventure
@SeanSeesAdventure 2 ай бұрын
I've been trying to learn the proper form for this, and I think this is one of the best KZfaq tutorials I've found so far. Great job. But I would have appreciated seeing the full swing in action.
@maksympetryshak2213
@maksympetryshak2213 Ай бұрын
the best kettlebell swing tutorial I found, thank you a lot!
@donaldberry4181
@donaldberry4181 3 жыл бұрын
Excellent tutorial. Best so far!
@chrisstevens6672
@chrisstevens6672 3 жыл бұрын
Great video! The step by step progression was incredibly helpful!
@SchuyFit
@SchuyFit 3 жыл бұрын
This is true.
@DivoGo
@DivoGo 2 жыл бұрын
Next explanation I’ve come across. Thank you!✌🏾👍🏾
@stephenreiss7181
@stephenreiss7181 5 ай бұрын
Great job!!
@makiriddington78
@makiriddington78 2 жыл бұрын
This is one of the better tutorials I’ve seen.
@Proudwhitegirl1111
@Proudwhitegirl1111 4 ай бұрын
This is so informative. Thanks
@RockMcNeal
@RockMcNeal 2 жыл бұрын
Very informative and excellent instruction!
@willie_mccoy
@willie_mccoy 6 жыл бұрын
Hands down the BEST technique video I've seen for the kettlebell swing mechanics. Technique is everything!
@WholeLifeChallengeWW
@WholeLifeChallengeWW 6 жыл бұрын
Thank you!!
@lolitarazo
@lolitarazo 3 жыл бұрын
Yes I can!!! THANK YOU!!! 💪🏻🤓♥️‼️
@mamadoom9724
@mamadoom9724 3 жыл бұрын
Great tutorial, thank you!
@GeorgeMilkasIgore
@GeorgeMilkasIgore 2 жыл бұрын
That looks correct and I will follow this advice for my kettlebell swing training.. I was 100% doing it wrong so far
@alleo5774
@alleo5774 3 жыл бұрын
the best explanation video for beginners. Thanks for your sharing. God bless!
@hotarny
@hotarny 4 жыл бұрын
Wow the best explanation I found after atleast 50 videos...superb to build from scratch. Appreciate the tips. Great
@justis1999
@justis1999 4 ай бұрын
Excellent tutorial
@ericmiddlebrook5047
@ericmiddlebrook5047 7 жыл бұрын
Brandon,Great break down on the smaller movements that when combined create a kettle bell swing. Very informative...what I was looking for to understand better.Thanks!
@WholeLifeChallengeWW
@WholeLifeChallengeWW 7 жыл бұрын
Awesome, Eric - glad to hear this was helpful!
@user-uo4bd2dc8t
@user-uo4bd2dc8t 7 ай бұрын
EXCELLENT!
@oc3144
@oc3144 Жыл бұрын
The best video on teaching kettlebell. I just hut myself last week, spine injury. Went too hard, too fast with 20kg kettlebell swings. I wish I would have seen this video ealier. Please be careful everyone.
@marianmachado8462
@marianmachado8462 6 жыл бұрын
You are such a lovely person, I feel that this exercises are the only ones that are actually helpful to heal my bad lower back posture. Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge!
@WholeLifeChallengeWW
@WholeLifeChallengeWW 6 жыл бұрын
Glad you found this so helpful, Marian!
@judorican973
@judorican973 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the video 👏🏿
@elisavillarreal5872
@elisavillarreal5872 3 жыл бұрын
Great video!
@annettemiranda4803
@annettemiranda4803 Жыл бұрын
Great video! What size is a good kettle to start off with?
@shantanubhati127
@shantanubhati127 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks brother. Very good video to help beginners. Love and respect from india
@wgcooke1
@wgcooke1 2 жыл бұрын
So helpful
@melissaangulo4732
@melissaangulo4732 4 жыл бұрын
Best instructional video ever! This is exactly what I’ve been looking for
@noellemartin6332
@noellemartin6332 3 жыл бұрын
this is important, thanx
@Kpaige321
@Kpaige321 6 жыл бұрын
Just what I needed darling. TYSM. The breakdown of the pre swing movements is amazing. I wish you had continued into the full swing. Maybe that’s next?
@WholeLifeChallengeWW
@WholeLifeChallengeWW 6 жыл бұрын
Glad this is useful for you! Regarding the full swing, do you mean more of a CrossFit-style overhead swing? Brandon is RKC/StrongFirst trained, so this swing he demonstrates here isn't much lower than the full Russian-style swing.
@judithabreucorcho4510
@judithabreucorcho4510 Жыл бұрын
EXELLENT EXPLANATION/ILLUSTRATION, THANKS!!!
@stefanwille5960
@stefanwille5960 3 жыл бұрын
Very good explanation
@tommytwotone7105
@tommytwotone7105 6 жыл бұрын
I love the simple hands-on visual technique
@WholeLifeChallengeWW
@WholeLifeChallengeWW 6 жыл бұрын
Glad to hear it!
@mokuho
@mokuho 5 жыл бұрын
First steps...thanks
@MrOswift
@MrOswift 4 жыл бұрын
As a beginner who got a kettlebell too heavy this definitely helps practicing the movement without hurting myself or muscling it lol, gotta order a 35lbs kettlebell soon
@oc3144
@oc3144 Жыл бұрын
what weight did you get at first? Did you get injured? I started with a 20kg and I think im going to start with a much lighter one.
@manann
@manann Жыл бұрын
@@oc3144 20kg is too heavy, unless you are naturally strong or have done weights before
@josivaljr
@josivaljr 5 жыл бұрын
Thank you, thank you, thank you! Simply the best breakdown of this great exercise!
@WholeLifeChallengeWW
@WholeLifeChallengeWW 5 жыл бұрын
You're welcome! And glad you found our video!
@JoJo-gr1rp
@JoJo-gr1rp 2 жыл бұрын
Professor por favor enseñeme
@guylee4033
@guylee4033 6 жыл бұрын
Very informative. Thanks.
@WholeLifeChallengeWW
@WholeLifeChallengeWW 6 жыл бұрын
You're welcome!
@kelleysauer1693
@kelleysauer1693 5 жыл бұрын
This guy is informative and gives a good simple explanation. His video, along with "How to do a kettlebell swing" by Bodyfit by Amy, are the best kettlebell swing videos on the internet.
@WholeLifeChallengeWW
@WholeLifeChallengeWW 5 жыл бұрын
Wow, thanks Kelley!!
@mikecoad550
@mikecoad550 6 жыл бұрын
Excellent instructions for teaching kettlebell exercise. Many thanks
@WholeLifeChallengeWW
@WholeLifeChallengeWW 6 жыл бұрын
You're very welcome!
@DKfansown
@DKfansown 4 жыл бұрын
This is the best video that shows proper form. Thank you
@WholeLifeChallengeWW
@WholeLifeChallengeWW 4 жыл бұрын
Fantastic!
@makeyourmovie123
@makeyourmovie123 5 ай бұрын
great beginner moves. I like that you focus on repetitive learned movements first. :)
@lucianocesarify
@lucianocesarify 4 жыл бұрын
The best explanation
@MegaMusical10
@MegaMusical10 6 жыл бұрын
Fantastic instructional!! Thanks!
@WholeLifeChallengeWW
@WholeLifeChallengeWW 6 жыл бұрын
You're welcome!
@SJQuirke
@SJQuirke 5 жыл бұрын
Nice - I will watch this again - thanks so much - very clear - step by step - cool
@WholeLifeChallengeWW
@WholeLifeChallengeWW 5 жыл бұрын
You're welcome!
@chetmakowski463
@chetmakowski463 5 жыл бұрын
Thank You! Love the detail on this for us beginners!
@WholeLifeChallengeWW
@WholeLifeChallengeWW 5 жыл бұрын
You're welcome!
@BurgundyandBlue1111
@BurgundyandBlue1111 6 жыл бұрын
I appreciate this video. I keep hearing how great and easy the kettlebell is for full body toning, but it scares me a little. I don't want to harm my back using it. These movements look like a great way to get acquainted with the kettlebell without injury. When I'm ready to incorporate the kettlebell into my routine I will start with these movements.
@WholeLifeChallengeWW
@WholeLifeChallengeWW 6 жыл бұрын
Awesome! That's great to hear and exactly why we made this video.
@olwill1
@olwill1 Ай бұрын
Remember to keep a flat back while doing the swing - Not arched or rounded.
@mrstanbmw
@mrstanbmw 6 жыл бұрын
thanx that was good, form is the key I have had kettlebell for years, now I'm serious about using them
@WholeLifeChallengeWW
@WholeLifeChallengeWW 6 жыл бұрын
Awesome - good for you!
@nadiakulchenko3458
@nadiakulchenko3458 6 жыл бұрын
Great video, got me started, thanks Brandon!
@WholeLifeChallengeWW
@WholeLifeChallengeWW 6 жыл бұрын
Awesome! Glad you like it!
@hb7161
@hb7161 6 жыл бұрын
Good job! Very helpful!
@WholeLifeChallengeWW
@WholeLifeChallengeWW 6 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@vijayakrishnan3131
@vijayakrishnan3131 5 жыл бұрын
Excellent demonstration and strategy.
@WholeLifeChallengeWW
@WholeLifeChallengeWW 5 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@leahlopez9725
@leahlopez9725 6 жыл бұрын
I'm a beginner and appreciate the break out and visual of each movement.
@WholeLifeChallengeWW
@WholeLifeChallengeWW 6 жыл бұрын
Glad it is helpful! Thanks for watching!
@timharmoni1846
@timharmoni1846 4 жыл бұрын
Excellent demo. Thank you.
@WholeLifeChallengeWW
@WholeLifeChallengeWW 4 жыл бұрын
Awesome, thanks for letting us know! Is there anything else you'd like to see from us?
@XTheSpartanX7
@XTheSpartanX7 Жыл бұрын
Going through this entire sequence would be excellent as a warmup before getting into your actual swings. I do 5-10 reps of each to get into the groove.
@DrewbiesDoobies
@DrewbiesDoobies 6 жыл бұрын
super informative, thank you!
@WholeLifeChallengeWW
@WholeLifeChallengeWW 6 жыл бұрын
You're welcome, Jerry!
@andregaspar382
@andregaspar382 4 жыл бұрын
What an amazing tutorial video! Many thanks! I am keen on starting the kettlebell swings. I have read that an athletic man should start with 16kg, is it ok?
@inatcacenco3006
@inatcacenco3006 4 жыл бұрын
Is the kB swing safe for diastasis recti? Thanks
@TehxHope
@TehxHope 3 жыл бұрын
What kettlebell weight is used in the video?
@baldeoman
@baldeoman 4 жыл бұрын
Thank you that is a really good example 😊👍👍
@nobbilc1440
@nobbilc1440 2 жыл бұрын
As a beginner,how do I know what is an ideal weight for me? I currently only bicep curl 12kg.. I want one for lots of different movements...or do I need more than one for that?
@MsCamelot10
@MsCamelot10 4 жыл бұрын
thanks so much for this!!
@LenkaSaratoga
@LenkaSaratoga 11 ай бұрын
Коасавчик 💚👍
@roxannedurano5977
@roxannedurano5977 3 жыл бұрын
nice
@takeoffyourblinkers
@takeoffyourblinkers 6 жыл бұрын
What a great intro to the swing. I can't imagine many having the patience to follow your rule, because, well, we all know how patient people are these days lol. Seems to form a pretty solid foundation for the full swing though.
@WholeLifeChallengeWW
@WholeLifeChallengeWW 5 жыл бұрын
Thanks, we think it's a great place to start too! Good technique is always the best foundation.
@ark8050
@ark8050 5 жыл бұрын
Good work! :D Finally a nice swing video...! :)
@WholeLifeChallengeWW
@WholeLifeChallengeWW 5 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@KomalMKaundal0511
@KomalMKaundal0511 2 жыл бұрын
What is the starting weight I can use? I have 20lbs and I find it heavy?
@fraicheness
@fraicheness 5 жыл бұрын
This was a very good video.
@WholeLifeChallengeWW
@WholeLifeChallengeWW 5 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@drdavid62
@drdavid62 6 жыл бұрын
Excellent demo!
@WholeLifeChallengeWW
@WholeLifeChallengeWW 6 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@misst.e.a.187
@misst.e.a.187 4 жыл бұрын
Great demo
@lostinpa-dadenduro7555
@lostinpa-dadenduro7555 5 жыл бұрын
This is very helpful. Thanks. 👍
@WholeLifeChallengeWW
@WholeLifeChallengeWW 5 жыл бұрын
You're welcome!
@aujun2089
@aujun2089 6 жыл бұрын
Wow, This is very great vdo. I have question sir. My arms kind of short and I need to lower my knees and push my butt back more is this a good form ?
@WholeLifeChallengeWW
@WholeLifeChallengeWW 6 жыл бұрын
As long as you are generating the power from your glute and keeping your core tight and back straight, you are probably doing all right. That said, your best bet would be to have a trainer check you out, even if it's just for one lesson.
@arunseigell7361
@arunseigell7361 5 жыл бұрын
Excellent instruction
@WholeLifeChallengeWW
@WholeLifeChallengeWW 5 жыл бұрын
Thank you - glad it was helpful!
@iesika7387
@iesika7387 2 жыл бұрын
This is great. Just gonna add, start with a lighter weight until you feel solid in your form. No one ever borked their spine and knees or pulled something in their back by starting too light.
@jackiehancock6258
@jackiehancock6258 7 жыл бұрын
Exactly what I need, I have been told I can do this safely with my diastasis recti, do you agree? Excellent.
@WholeLifeChallengeWW
@WholeLifeChallengeWW 7 жыл бұрын
Hi Jackie - thanks for watching our videos! I do know women with DR who do kettlebell workouts, but to be safe, you should check with your doctor first.
@carolynhill5914
@carolynhill5914 2 жыл бұрын
I like working out with kettle bells
@marcuszc
@marcuszc 3 жыл бұрын
how much kg kettlebell?
@madtownjeremy
@madtownjeremy 5 жыл бұрын
I wish I could put this on repeat on a screen at my gym; so much bad form out there (which is probably why I never see the same people doing swings more than once or twice). Thanks for this!
@alfredodiforti2957
@alfredodiforti2957 5 жыл бұрын
great
@1973Saved
@1973Saved 5 жыл бұрын
I keep hearing about how beneficial the kettlebell swing is for other applications. If you know of those applications would you please explain how & in what ways this exercise is so beneficial? Thanks.
@WholeLifeChallengeWW
@WholeLifeChallengeWW 5 жыл бұрын
Hi there - Anything that needs core strength and posterior train strength will be benefited by training the kettlebell swing. So, that's a LOT of activities and movements. It also trains coordination and balance.
@p4vl262
@p4vl262 4 жыл бұрын
What's the most optimal foot position/distance?
@WholeLifeChallengeWW
@WholeLifeChallengeWW 4 жыл бұрын
Very similar to a squat. Just outside your hips
@m96920
@m96920 5 жыл бұрын
What weight plz? And at @ is there need of weightlifting belt?
@WholeLifeChallengeWW
@WholeLifeChallengeWW 5 жыл бұрын
The weight will vary for each person depending on strength and skill level. No need for a weight belt ever on this movement.
@tendingtropic7778
@tendingtropic7778 6 жыл бұрын
which weight do you recommend for an average build 35 year old guy
@WholeLifeChallengeWW
@WholeLifeChallengeWW 6 жыл бұрын
Hi Oscar -- It's always best to start lighter and get your form right to begin with. So start as light as 12kg or 16kg and work up from there when you feel confident in your technique.
@W0RLDP34CE
@W0RLDP34CE 3 ай бұрын
that swing was so low
@abhishektakla4992
@abhishektakla4992 4 жыл бұрын
Kettlebell swing Exercise | kettlebell Crossfit Exercise #sagardauumessupcorporation
@trashboat9182
@trashboat9182 6 жыл бұрын
interesting points ,if anyone else needs to find out about best kettlebell exercises try Renkarter Bell Fitness Report (do a search on google ) ? Ive heard some extraordinary things about it and my mate got cool results with it.
@sticksman1979
@sticksman1979 11 ай бұрын
This exercise is really dangerous. I did my back in.
@dr.abhilash8527
@dr.abhilash8527 2 ай бұрын
Dont swing kb below the knee level ... u will enjoy doing it
@clearmist7170
@clearmist7170 6 жыл бұрын
These kettlebells seem unsafe. You have to be careful when using that.
@WholeLifeChallengeWW
@WholeLifeChallengeWW 6 жыл бұрын
With good technique and attention to detail, they are very safe and effective.
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