Kettlebell Swing

QUANTICO, VA, UNITED STATES

03.17.2017

Video by Capt. Matthew Holfinger   

U.S. Marine Corps Training and Education Command   

7 Foundational Movement – Hinge
Primary Muscle Groups – Glutes, Hamstrings
Secondary Muscle Groups – Lower Back
Preparation:
The Marine will stand tall, place the feet shoulder width apart, and the kettlebell will be placed 6 inches in front of them.
Execution:
The Marine will bend at the waist and use both hands to grasp the kettlebell with an overhand grip. In this position the Marine will need to keep their back flat and knees slightly bent. The Marine will hike the kettlebell up and back between their thighs. They will then thrust at the hips to swing the kettlebell to shoulder height, keeping arms straight and not breaking at the wrist.
Common Mistakes: - Rounding of the back
- Not letting the hips travel back
- Keeping the knees locked out during the movement

• Date Taken: 03.17.2017
• Date Posted: 09.11.2017 14:49
• Category: B-Roll
• Video ID: 548744
• VIRIN: 170907-M-JT909-009
• Filename: DOD_104811572
• Length: 00:00:31
• Location: QUANTICO, VA, US