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2906: This Is How to Do the Perfect Kettlebell Swing by Eric Leija on How to Improve Body Awareness

Mar 12, 2025
11:51

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Episode 2906:

The kettlebell swing may look simple, but executing it correctly requires precise technique and body awareness. Eric Leija breaks down the movement step by step, highlighting key form cues and common mistakes to avoid. Mastering this exercise will not only improve strength and conditioning but also unlock variations that can take your workouts to the next level.

Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.ericleija.com/this-is-how-to-do-the-perfect-kettlebell-swing/

Quotes to ponder:

"The first thing you need to know about the kettlebell swing is that it’s not an upper-body exercise. The power comes from your hips."

"One of the most important things to keep in mind is to hinge from your hips rather than squatting down."

"If you feel like you’re lifting the weight up with your upper-body strength, think more about sending your hips forward with a snap, it’s more of a sharp movement than a slow, heavy one."

Episode references:

Mark Twight Training Philosophy: https://www.gymjones.com

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