Strength

Seated Single Kettlebell Lumberjack

The Seated Single Kettlebell Lumberjack exercise works your upper and lower body, strengthening shoulders, back, and legs, while improving core stability. Its axe-swinging motion offers comprehensive fitness benefits.

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Seated Single Kettlebell Lumberjack instructions

Step-by-step instructions

1

Sit on a bench or chair, holding one kettlebell with both hands.

2

Rest the kettlebell against your shoulder, allowing your arms to cradle it securely.

3

Rotate your torso and the kettlebell to the opposite side, keeping your hips and legs stationary.

4

Turn back to the start position in a controlled manner.

5

Repeat this movement for the desired reps before switching to the other side.

Sit on a bench or chair, holding one kettlebell with both hands.

Rest the kettlebell against your shoulder, allowing your arms to cradle it securely.

Rotate your torso and the kettlebell to the opposite side, keeping your hips and legs stationary.

Turn back to the start position in a controlled manner.

Repeat this movement for the desired reps before switching to the other side.

Equipment needed

Bands

Barbell

Battle Ropes

Bench

Bosu

Box

Cables

Dip Bar

Dumbbell

EZ Curl Bar

Hex Bar

Kettlebell

Ladder

Machine

Pull-Up Bar

Yoga Ball

Muscles used

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Back

Front

Strength distributions

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