Even if you wouldn't consider yourself to be a CrossFitter, there are some #wod exercises like the overhead kettlebell swing that you can implement in your bodybuilding routine for some variety!
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Deadlifts are a staple in many bodybuilding programs, but sometimes, a change of pace is just what you need to prevent plateaus. This is where overhead kettlebell swings can help
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This exercise will hit your hamstrings and lower back, like deadlifts, but go beyond that by also activating your shoulders and traps
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THE TECHNIQUE
Start: Get into a standing position with feet slightly wider than hip-width apart. Hold a kettlebell down between your legs with both hands
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Move: Bend the knees slightly as you bend forward from the hips, keeping your back flat and allow the kettlebell to move back through your legs. Generate momentum from your hips to swing the kettlebell upward over your head until your arms are extended and your body is in a straight position
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Tip: Remember to keep your back flat at all times to avoid injury
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Where To Add It
This exercise is a great addition to any back or lower body day. Due to the need for strong core activation and the high energy expenditure, this would be best placed early in your work before you get too fatigued. Just be sure you’re sufficiently warmed up
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