Kettlebell Halo

The Kettlebell Halo primarily works the Anterior Deltoid, Lateral Deltoid, Posterior Deltoid, with secondary activation of the Pectoralis Major (Clavicular), Trapezius (Middle), Trapezius (Upper) and stabilizer support from the Rectus Abdominis, Serratus Anterior, Transverse Abdominis. It is a kettlebell isolation exercise at intermediate difficulty.

Hold a kettlebell by its handle at shoulder height and rotate it around your head in a circular motion.

EquipmentKettlebell
DifficultyIntermediate
TypeIsolation
MovementRotation
ForceStatic
LateralityBilateral
PrimaryAnterior Deltoid, Lateral Deltoid, Posterior Deltoid
SecondaryPectoralis Major (Clavicular), Trapezius (Middle), Trapezius (Upper)

Muscles Worked

Front
Back
Primary Secondary Stabilizer

Primary Muscles

Secondary Muscles

Stabilizer Muscles

Instructions

  1. Preparation: Grasp kettlebell by the handle with firm grip. Execution: Rotate torso against resistance through full range of motion. Return to starting position under control. Repeat on opposite side. Comments: Maintain tension throughout the hold.

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