Exercise Guide

Halo / Around The World With Kettlebell

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Trapezius, Deltoids
Triceps, Pectoralis Major, Lower Back, Teres Muscles, Rectus Abdominis
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required:Dumbbell / Kettlebell
level:Normal
type:Strength
Starting PositionExecution - 1nd Step
Execution - 2rd StepExecution - 3th Step

General And Specifics

  • this is a good warm-up kettlebell exercise for the shoulder area
  • it improves the flexibility
  • furthermore, the stability of the core is improved, too and the rotator cuff is required
  • ideally, use a kettlebell, alternatively you can use a weight plate or a dumbbell with different weights
  • pick a weight with which you can do the exercise for 1-2 minutes

Starting Position

  • grasp a kettlebell with both hands
  • hold it with the bottom up
  • the palms point to the body
  • your posture is upright
  • the feet are hip-wide away
  • bend the knee a bit for a stable standing
  • guide the weight up to the upper chest area, your arms are bent

Correct Execution

  • move the weight around your head in a small circle, until you reach the stating position again
  • when the kettlebell is behind your head, its bottom points down
  • keep the core braced
  • avoid swinging of the upper body and moving your head around the weight
  • after one rep, go on into the opposite direction
  • let the weight move around your head several times now
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