Kettlebell Thruster

The Kettlebell Thruster primarily works the Anterior Deltoid, Rectus Femoris, Vastus Lateralis, with secondary activation of the Gluteus Maximus, Lateral Deltoid, Triceps (Long Head) and stabilizer support from the Rectus Abdominis, Serratus Anterior, Transverse Abdominis. It is a kettlebell compound exercise at advanced difficulty.

Squat with kettlebells at shoulder height and drive them overhead as you stand.

EquipmentKettlebell
DifficultyAdvanced
TypeCompound
MovementSquat
ForcePush
LateralityBilateral
PrimaryAnterior Deltoid, Rectus Femoris, Vastus Lateralis
SecondaryGluteus Maximus, Lateral Deltoid, Triceps (Long Head)

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: Bend at hips and knees, lowering body until thighs are parallel to floor. Drive through feet to return to standing position. Repeat. Comments: This is an advanced exercise. Ensure proper form before adding load.

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