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Kettlebell Figure 8

How to do the Kettlebell Figure 8 with correct form, the muscles it works, and where it fits a training plan you actually stick to.

KettlebellsIntermediatePull
Primary muscles

Abs

Secondary

Hamstrings, Shoulders

Equipment

Kettlebells

Step by step

How to do the Kettlebell Figure 8

  1. 1

    Place one kettlebell between your legs and take a wider than shoulder width stance. Bend over by pushing your butt out and keeping your back flat.

  2. 2

    Pick up a kettlebell and pass it to your other hand between your legs. The receiving hand should reach from behind the legs. Go back and forth for several repetitions.

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