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Kettlebell Figure 8

Kettlebell Figure 8 is a intermediate strength exercise using kettlebells. It works the abdominals, with help from the hamstrings and shoulders.

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Main muscles
abdominals
Also works
hamstrings, shoulders

How to do it

  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. 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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General information, not medical advice: start light, learn the movement before adding weight, and ask a qualified coach or doctor if you are injured or unsure. Exercise data from the Free Exercise DB (public domain).

Kettlebell Figure 8: muscles worked and how to do it | Hominin