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Kettlebell 360-Spin

The Kettlebell 360-Spin mainly works the core, with help from the shoulders and lower back. You'll need: kettlebells.

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Required Equipment

Kettlebells
Kettlebells

Kettlebell 360-Spin Muscles Worked

Primary

Obliques; Abdominals (rectus abdominis)

Secondary

Side Shoulder (lateral deltoid); Spinal Erectors (erector spinae)

How to do the Kettlebell 360-Spin

Setup

Stand with feet shoulder-width apart, holding a kettlebell with both hands in a neutral grip in front of your hips.

Movement

  1. Initiate the movement similar to a conventional kettlebell swing by hinging at the hips and slightly engaging your core.

  2. Instead of swinging the weight straight up, use the momentum to swing the kettlebell laterally around your torso.

  3. As the bell travels around, shift your weight and rotate your hips and torso to follow the path of the weight.

  4. Keep your arms relatively straight, allowing the bell to maintain a circular orbit around your hips.

  5. Control the deceleration on the return path, keeping the movement fluid, and reverse the direction when finished with one side if required, or continue in a fluid motion.

Key Tips

  • Maintain an engaged core to stabilize your spine during rotation.

  • Keep the weight close to your body to minimize excessive leverage that could strain your lower back.

  • Focus on generating power from the hips rather than just using your arms.

Kettlebell 360-Spin FAQs

What muscles does the Kettlebell 360-Spin work?

The Kettlebell 360-Spin mainly works the core, with help from the shoulders and lower back. The main muscles are the obliques and rectus abdominis.

What equipment do you need for the Kettlebell 360-Spin?

Kettlebells.

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