One Arm Kettlebell Swings
- Start with one kettlebell placed on the floor between your feet.
- Bend your knees and back slightly and reach down to grip the kettlebell in an overhand grip.
- Explode upwards using your legs and bring the arm holding the kettlebell out in front of you until it reaches a horizontal level.
- Lower the kettlebell back between your legs (but not to the floor) and switch hands to repeat the movement.
Related exercises to discover
One arm kettlebell swings is a gym exercise that targets hamstrings and shoulders and also works glutes & hip flexors and triceps. Use the illustration and instructions above to learn how to perform this exercise with proper form. Related exercises that work similar muscle groups include Dumbbell squat clean and press, medicine ball wall throw and samson / lunge stretch. Browse our free illustrated exercise directory for more exercises.
👉 Want to use this exercise in a full workout? Our WorkoutLabs Fit workout app lets you follow ready-made home and gym workout plans or build custom workouts with exercises like this. Try it free today.
Exercise illustration licensing: Our exercise and yoga pose illustrations (static and animated) are selectively available for licensing for commercial and non-commercial projects. Visit our exercise illustrations licensing page for detailed information and to submit in inquiry.



