Health expert recommends kettlebell training

Physical exercise is essential to staying healthy. There is one simple weightlifting addition you can add to transform your workout: kettlebells. The latest health news: Health Beat on Action 7 NewsKOAT and University of New Mexico health expert Dr. Abinash Achrekar explains what makes the weight unique.”Unlike dumbbells, the weight of a kettlebell is offset from the handle, which makes for a more challenging workout requiring muscle strength, balance, core stability, flexibility, and coordination,” Achrekar said.Achrekar broke down some key foundational kettlebell exercises that are common. Here’s a look at those, what muscles they work, and how to perform them:SwingsMuscle groups worked: Hips, thighs, lower back and buttocksHow to perform: Stand feet shoulder-width apart with knees bent, holding the kettlebell with both hands. Bend your knees and push your hips back, then swing the kettlebell up to chest or eye level, using your hips to propel the movement.Follow us on social: Facebook | X/Twitter | Instagram | YouTubeHalosMuscle groups worked: Abdomen, back and shouldersHow to perform: Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart with the kettlebell being held over and behind your head.Circle the kettlebell around your head, alternating between rotating it clockwise and counterclockwise.Farmer’s WalkMuscle groups worked: Arms, shoulders and upper back.How to perform: Hold a kettlebell in each hand like you are carrying buckets. Keep head up and shoulders back.Walk for 20 steps before turning around to walk back to where you came from. Achrekar also recommends beginners start with a manageable weight. One that allows for five to ten good repetitions is recommended.Stay updated on the latest health news with the KOAT app. You can download it here.

Physical exercise is essential to staying healthy.

There is one simple weightlifting addition you can add to transform your workout: kettlebells.

The latest health news: Health Beat on Action 7 News

KOAT and University of New Mexico health expert Dr. Abinash Achrekar explains what makes the weight unique.

“Unlike dumbbells, the weight of a kettlebell is offset from the handle, which makes for a more challenging workout requiring muscle strength, balance, core stability, flexibility, and coordination,” Achrekar said.

Achrekar broke down some key foundational kettlebell exercises that are common. Here’s a look at those, what muscles they work, and how to perform them:

Swings

Muscle groups worked: Hips, thighs, lower back and buttocks

How to perform: Stand feet shoulder-width apart with knees bent, holding the kettlebell with both hands.

Bend your knees and push your hips back, then swing the kettlebell up to chest or eye level, using your hips to propel the movement.

Follow us on social: Facebook | X/Twitter | Instagram | YouTube

Halos

Muscle groups worked: Abdomen, back and shoulders

How to perform: Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart with the kettlebell being held over and behind your head.

Circle the kettlebell around your head, alternating between rotating it clockwise and counterclockwise.

Farmer’s Walk

Muscle groups worked: Arms, shoulders and upper back.

How to perform: Hold a kettlebell in each hand like you are carrying buckets. Keep head up and shoulders back.

Walk for 20 steps before turning around to walk back to where you came from. Achrekar also recommends beginners start with a manageable weight. One that allows for five to ten good repetitions is recommended.

Stay updated on the latest health news with the KOAT app. You can download it here.

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