How to Do the Kettlebell Figure 8

Intermediate · Kettlebells · Targets Abdominals, Hamstrings, Shoulders

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Kettlebell Figure 8 demonstration
💪 Abdominals, Hamstrings, Shoulders🏋️ Kettlebells📊 Intermediate🏷️ Strength

How to perform 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.

Muscles worked

The Kettlebell Figure 8 primarily targets your Abdominals, with support from your Hamstrings, Shoulders. You'll need kettlebells.

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