Kettlebell Half Turkish Get-up
Description
This exercise involves using a kettlebell to perform a half Turkish get-up, which involves lying on your back, holding the kettlebell with one hand, and using your core and arm strength to lift yourself up to a seated position. The exercise is great for building core and upper body strength, as well as improving balance and stability.
Muscle Group
Equipment Required
Kettlebell Half Turkish Get-up Instructions
- Start by lying on your back with your right arm extended straight up towards the ceiling, holding a kettlebell in your right hand.
- Bend your right knee and place your right foot flat on the ground.
- Extend your left arm out to the side at a 45-degree angle from your body.
- Roll onto your left side, using your left arm as support.
- Prop yourself up onto your left elbow, keeping your left leg straight and your left foot on the ground.
- Press the kettlebell up towards the ceiling with your right arm, keeping your right elbow locked and your wrist straight.
- Slowly sit up, keeping your right arm extended and the kettlebell overhead.
- Place your left hand on the ground for support as you come to a kneeling position.
- Stand up, keeping the kettlebell overhead and your right arm extended.
- Reverse the movement to return to the starting position, lowering yourself back down to the ground with control.
- Repeat for the desired number of reps, then switch sides and repeat with the kettlebell in your left hand.
Kettlebell Half Turkish Get-up Form & Visual
Kettlebell Half Turkish Get-up Benefits
- Strengthens chest, shoulders, and triceps
- Improves core stability and balance
- Increases upper body power and explosiveness
- Engages multiple muscle groups for a full-body workout
- Can be modified for different fitness levels and goals
- Requires minimal equipment and can be done at home or in the gym
Kettlebell Half Turkish Get-up Muscles Worked
- Abdominals
- Glutes
- Hamstrings
- Quadriceps
- Shoulders
- Triceps
Kettlebell Half Turkish Get-up Variations & Alternatives
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