How to do Kettlebell Windmill

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By Rockwell Fitness

Kettlebell Windmill

I. Kettlebell Windmill: What is it?

The kettlebell windmill exercise is a physical activity that helps tighten one’s abdominal muscles through contraction in the abdomen. As a strength type exercise, it aims to work the abdominal muscles to improve muscle mass and develop one’s endurance.

In addition, it has a compound mechanic type as it works out group of muscles at the same time. Aside from the abdominals, it also affects one’s gluteal muscles, hamstrings, triceps and the shoulders.

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II. How to do it

Below are the steps to follow in doing the kettlebell windmill exercise:

Step 1: stand in a comfortable stance and place a kettlebell in front. Take hold of the kettlebell and lift it in a shoulder level. Rotate the wrist so as to lift the kettlebell overhead, extending the elbow. The palm should be facing forward.

Step 2: While locking the kettlebell, push the butt out, and bending slightly the back. Make sure to have the feet in 40 degrees angle. Bend on one side until the free hand touches the floor. The eyes should be fixed at the kettlebell at all times.

Step 3: Slightly pause while in this position. Do the same routine by bending on the opposite side.

Step 4: Repeat until recommended number of repetitions are satisfied.

III. Things to remember

While doing the routine, make sure to hold the kettlebell to prevent it from slipping from the hand, thereby causing accident.

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