VideoKettlebell Deadlift
Learn how to do kettlebell deadlift with a clear setup, controlled movement, and a technique you can repeat.
How to do kettlebell deadlift
- Stand with your feet hip-width apart and a kettlebell on the floor between your feet.
- Push your hips back and bend your knees to grip the handle with both hands, keeping your back flat.
- Brace your core, then drive through your heels and stand tall, keeping the kettlebell close to your body.
- Squeeze your glutes at the top without leaning back.
- Push your hips back to lower the kettlebell to the floor under control.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Kettlebell Deadlift: muscles worked
Primary focus: hamstrings and glutes. Supporting muscles: Back, Core.
Better reps before more weight.
Start with a version you can control. Record the same setup and range each time. Add reps or a small load increase when you can repeat the movement without changing the technique.
Plan your next setFrequently asked questions
How do you do kettlebell deadlift?
Stand with your feet hip-width apart and a kettlebell on the floor between your feet. Push your hips back and bend your knees to grip the handle with both hands, keeping your back flat. Brace your core, then drive through your heels and stand tall, keeping the kettlebell close to your body.
What muscles does kettlebell deadlift work?
Kettlebell Deadlift primarily trains the hamstrings and glutes, with the back and core contributing. The exact demand depends on your setup, range, and chosen load.
What is the best technique for kettlebell deadlift?
Brace before moving the load and keep a secure grip. Let the hips drive the movement; keep the load close when the variation allows it. Finish tall without forcing a backward lean. Keep the same controlled range each rep.
What can I do instead of kettlebell deadlift?
Related options include Kettlebell Front Squat, Kettlebell Goblet Squat, Kettlebell Lunge. These can have different equipment, range, and movement demands. Open the guides below to compare the setups before choosing a replacement.
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