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Kettlebell Thruster (One Arm)

  • Intermediate
  • Full Body

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Setup instructions

1) Stand tall with a slight bend in the knees. Keep the chest up, core and glutes tight.

2) Rest the weight in front of your chest with the elbow tucked in (racked position). Keep the shoulders down and wrists up - the lats should be engaged.

Note: Don't let the wrists bend back.

Perform instructions

1) Slowly bend your legs and lower yourself into a squat position - keep the chest up, core tight back flat and head neutral.

2) Lower your legs until they’re at least parallel to the floor.

3) Press into the heels and drive back to the starting position.

4) When you're at the top, shoulder press by slowly extending your arm and pushing upwards. Keep a slight bend in the elbow as you reach the top.

5) Pause for a second and slowly lower to the starting position.

6) Repeat.

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