How to do the American KB Swing, step by step
- Start hip- to shoulder-width like the Russian swing and hike the bell back.
- Snap your hips open.
- Use the momentum and keep guiding the kettlebell up with straight arms.
- At the top, the kettlebell is over your midfoot, arms by your ears.
- Let it fall back under control and catch it by sending your hips back.
Common mistakes and how to fix them
- Arched back at the topribs down, abs tight
- Kettlebell tipping backwardstop it vertical overhead
- Pulling with the arms too earlyhips first, then the arms guide
How to scale the American KB Swing
If you can't do the movement cleanly yet or the workout is too heavy, use one of these variations:
- Russian swing
- Lighter kettlebell
- Swing to eye level
Also known as
American swing
These descriptions are general guidance and don't replace a coach. Have someone at your box show you new movements, and stop if anything hurts.