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Kettlebell Upright Row

IntermediateStrengthTier T3

You stand holding one kettlebell with both hands by its handle, in front of your hips. You pull it straight up close to your body to chest height, then lower it.

Targets: Shoulder
Muscles: Deltoids, Upper Trapezius

Stop if

Stop immediately if there is any shoulder discomfort.

  • Pain 6 out of 10 or more: choose an easier exercise.
  • Pain 8 out of 10 or more: stop and rest.

Equipment needed

  • Works at home
  • Works at the gym

kettlebells

Home Options

  • kettlebell

Dosage

3

Sets

8

Reps / Time

60 sec

Rest

controlled

Tempo

Step-by-Step Guide

Set up

  • Stand tall with your feet about hip-width apart and your core braced. Hold one kettlebell by the handle with both hands so it hangs in front of your hips.
  1. A woman standing tall holding a kettlebell by its handle with both hands, arms straight, the bell hanging in front of her hips.

    Step 1 of 3

    Stand tall, feet about hip-width apart, core braced. Hold the kettlebell by the handle with both hands so it hangs in front of your hips with your arms straight.

  2. The same woman with the kettlebell pulled up in front of her chest and both elbows bent and pointing up and out to the sides.

    Step 2 of 3

    Pull the kettlebell straight up the front of your body to chest height by driving your elbows up and out. Do not pull it higher. Then lower it slowly.

  3. A woman standing tall holding a kettlebell by its handle with both hands, arms straight, the bell hanging in front of her hips.

    Step 3 of 3

    Stand tall, feet about hip-width apart, core braced. Hold the kettlebell by the handle with both hands so it hangs in front of your hips with your arms straight.

Safety Information

Use a moderate weight. Stop immediately if there is any shoulder discomfort. Stop if the exercise causes pain or you become unwell. Seek appropriate professional advice about symptoms or suitability.

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