the swing is a hinge, not a squat — and that one distinction fixes most of what goes wrong with it. setup, how to hinge properly, the biggest mistakes, and the cues that clean it up fast. starting weights are in the details. 🎥 @bustostraining (YouTube)
Master the Kettlebell Swing
A quick tutorial on one of the most effective kettlebell exercises for building strength, power, and conditioning. Covers proper setup, how to hinge correctly, the biggest mistakes to avoid, and simple coaching cues to improve your form. Recommended starting weight for beginners — women 8–12 kg (18–26 lb), men 12–16 kg (26–35 lb). Start with a weight you can control and focus on technique before increasing the load.
Exercises
- 1Kettlebell Swing1 setsBeginner 8–16 kg
Hinge, don't squat. Control the weight and build technique before adding load.