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Kettlebell Pullover

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Muscles worked

High load
Lats
Medium load
Chest
Low load
Core and Triceps · Long head

Primary muscles

Secondary muscles

How to do it

Lie on a bench and hold one kettlebell securely by its horns above your chest. With elbows slightly bent, lower it behind your head through a comfortable range, then pull it back above your chest without arching your lower back.

Form cues

  • Keep your ribs down.
  • Move only through a comfortable shoulder range.

Safety

Talk to a professional before this exercise if you have any of the following:

NeckShoulderElbowWristUpper backLower back

This is general exercise reference, not medical advice. Stop and consult a qualified professional if an exercise causes pain, and never work through joint pain.