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Kettlebell Turkish Get-Up (Lunge style)

Main muscles
Shoulders
Also works
Abs, Hamstrings, Quads, Triceps
Equipment
Kettlebell
Level
Intermediate
Type
Compound · Push

How to do it

  1. Lie on your back on the floor and press a kettlebell to the top position by extending the elbow. Bend the knee on the same side as the kettlebell.
  2. Keeping the kettlebell locked out at all times, pivot to the opposite side and use your non- working arm to assist you in driving forward to the lunge position. Using your free hand, push yourself to a seated position, then progressing to one knee.
  3. While looking up at the kettlebell, slowly stand up. Reverse the motion back to the starting position and repeat.

Quick answers

What muscles does the Kettlebell Turkish Get-Up (Lunge style) work?
Mainly the shoulders, with help from the abs, hamstrings, quads, triceps.
What equipment do I need?
Kettlebell.
Is it good for beginners?
It is rated intermediate level.
How do I track progress on it?
Log each set and beat the weight or reps from last time. Liftrung shows your last set beside the next one and estimates your one-rep max from your sets.

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