Kettlebell Floor to Shelf
Muscle Groups: Quads, Glutes, Shoulders
Kettlebell Floor to Shelf focuses on Quads, Glutes, Shoulders, with Hamstrings, Triceps working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Kettlebell Floor to Shelf with proper form and technique.
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Stand with your feet wider than shoulder-width apart, with a kettlebell on the floor between your feet.
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Squat down with a straight back and chest up, gripping the kettlebell handle with one hand.
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Drive through your heels and extend your hips and knees to stand up, pulling the kettlebell off the floor.
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As you stand, rotate your torso towards the opposite side, bringing the kettlebell across your body and up to rest on the front of your opposite shoulder.
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Control the kettlebell as you reverse the movement, rotating your torso back to the starting side and lowering the kettlebell to the floor by squatting down.
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Alternate sides with each repetition, or complete all reps on one side before switching.
Secondary Muscles
While Kettlebell Floor to Shelf primarily targets Quads, Glutes, Shoulders , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Hamstrings, 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 Kettlebell Floor to Shelf, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.
These exercises work the same primary muscles as Kettlebell Floor to Shelf, 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.
