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Kettlebell Half Curl

The Kettlebell Half Curl bolsters upper arm and forearm strength. By curling the kettlebell halfway up, tension is intensified for a more effective workout, boosting arm strength and enhancing grip.
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Kettlebell Half Curl instructions
Step-by-step instructions
1
Stand straight, feet hip-width apart, a kettlebell in each hand.
2
Hold the kettlebells with your palms facing away from your body.
3
Curl the kettlebells upwards by bending at the elbows until your forearm forms a 90-degree angle with your upper arm.
4
Hold for a second before slowly lowering the kettlebells back to the starting position.
5
Repeat for the programmed number of reps. Avoid using your back or shoulders to lift - the motion should come entirely from your biceps.
Stand straight, feet hip-width apart, a kettlebell in each hand.
Hold the kettlebells with your palms facing away from your body.
Curl the kettlebells upwards by bending at the elbows until your forearm forms a 90-degree angle with your upper arm.
Hold for a second before slowly lowering the kettlebells back to the starting position.
Repeat for the programmed number of reps. Avoid using your back or shoulders to lift - the motion should come entirely from your biceps.
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