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Shoulders · Beginner

Kettlebell Halo

Controlled shoulder mobility drill performed with a light kettlebell around the head.

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Kettlebell Halo demonstration

Exercise overview

Training details

Shoulders

Equipment

Kettlebell

Sets × reps

2 × 10

Rest

45 sec

How to perform it

Step-by-step instructions

  1. 01Hold the kettlebell by the horns at chest height with elbows close.
  2. 02Brace the trunk and keep the ribs down before the bell moves.
  3. 03Circle the kettlebell slowly around the head, passing close to the ear and behind the neck.
  4. 04Keep the head still and avoid leaning the torso to make room.
  5. 05Bring the bell back to the chest and repeat in the opposite direction.

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