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.
| Equipment | Kettlebell |
|---|---|
| Difficulty | Intermediate |
| Type | Isolation |
| Movement | Rotation |
| Force | Static |
| Laterality | Bilateral |
| Primary | Anterior Deltoid, Lateral Deltoid, Posterior Deltoid |
| Secondary | Pectoralis Major (Clavicular), Trapezius (Middle), Trapezius (Upper) |
Muscles Worked
Front
Back
Primary
Secondary
Stabilizer
Primary Muscles
- Primary Muscle Anterior Deltoid (shoulders)
- Primary Muscle Lateral Deltoid (shoulders)
- Primary Muscle Posterior Deltoid (shoulders)
Secondary Muscles
- Secondary Muscle Pectoralis Major (Clavicular) (chest)
- Secondary Muscle Trapezius (Middle) (back)
- Secondary Muscle Trapezius (Upper) (back)
Stabilizer Muscles
- Stabilizer Muscle Rectus Abdominis (core)
- Stabilizer Muscle Serratus Anterior (chest)
- Stabilizer Muscle Transverse Abdominis (core)
Instructions
- 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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