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Kettlebell One Arm Overhead Squat

Squat-pattern drill that develops lower-body strength and control using a kettlebell, with emphasis on the glutes and quadriceps.

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Exercise overview

Training details

QuadricepsGlutesShouldersCore

Equipment

Kettlebell

Sets × reps

3 × 8

Rest

1 min 30 sec

How to perform it

Step-by-step instructions

  1. 01Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and hold a kettlebell in one hand overhead.
  2. 02Engage your core and begin to squat down by bending your hips and knees.
  3. 03Ensure your knee does not extend past your toes as you lower your body.
  4. 04Keep the kettlebell stable overhead as you rise back to standing.
  5. 05Repeat for the prescribed repetitions.

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