How to do a kettlebell good morning

Upper bodyKettlebellsBeginner

A hip hinge with a kettlebell held at your chest — stretches and strengthens the back of your legs.

How to do it

1Hold the kettlebell against your chest
2Push your hips back and hinge with a flat back
3Squeeze your glutes to stand tall

Common mistakes

×Rounding your back as you hinge
×Bending your knees too much

Muscles worked

Hamstrings Glutes Back

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