American Swing
Muscle Groups: Quads, Glutes, Shoulders, Traps
American Swing focuses on Quads, Glutes, Shoulders, Traps, with Adductors, Hamstrings, Abs, Triceps working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform American Swing with proper form and technique.
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Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, holding a kettlebell or dumbbell in both hands in front of you.
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Hinge at your hips and bend your knees slightly, swinging the weight between your legs while keeping your back straight and core tight.
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Drive through your heels to stand up, swinging the weight up to shoulder height with straight arms. Make sure your shoulders are down and back during the lift.
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Control the weight back down to the starting position while maintaining a strong posture.
Tips for Success
These tips will help you perform American Swing safely and effectively while maintaining proper form.
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Keep your back straight and avoid rounding your shoulders to prevent injury.
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Ensure your knees track over your toes when you squat down to maintain proper alignment.
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Start with a lighter weight to master the form before moving on to heavier weights.
Secondary Muscles
While American Swing primarily targets Quads, Glutes, Shoulders, Traps , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Adductors, Hamstrings, Abs, Triceps . Engaging these secondary muscles helps stabilize your body throughout the exercise, improves overall coordination, and contributes to balanced muscle development.
Related Exercises
If you enjoyed American Swing, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.
These exercises work the same primary muscles as American Swing, making them excellent alternatives for variety in your training program or complementary movements to include in the same workout session. Mixing different exercises that target similar muscle groups helps prevent plateaus, reduces overuse injuries, and keeps your workouts engaging and effective.
