Strength

West Side Kettlebell Box Squat

The West Side Kettlebell Box Squat is an upgraded squat version targeting the lower body, primarily quads, glutes, and hamstrings. It enhances lower body strength, stability, overall balance, and improves exercise form, all while using a kettlebell for an extra challenge.

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West Side Kettlebell Box Squat instructions

Step-by-step instructions

Stand approximately shoulder-width apart in front of a box or bench, holding a kettlebell in both hands at your chest.

Hinge at your hips and slowly lower your body onto the box, until you are sitting down fully.

Make sure to keep your back straight and knees over your toes to avoid injury.

While keeping the kettlebell at your chest, push through your feet to stand back up.

Repeat this process for the desired number of reps.

Stand approximately shoulder-width apart in front of a box or bench, holding a kettlebell in both hands at your chest.

Hinge at your hips and slowly lower your body onto the box, until you are sitting down fully.

Make sure to keep your back straight and knees over your toes to avoid injury.

While keeping the kettlebell at your chest, push through your feet to stand back up.

Repeat this process for the desired number of reps.

Equipment needed

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Bosu

Box

Cables

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Dumbbell

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Kettlebell

Ladder

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