14 TIPS That Will Help You Master The KETTLEBELL SWING For The Rest Of Your Life - (FOR STARTERS)

[@lebe-stark]

► 90 Days Of Kettlebells - bit.ly/90days-of-kettlebells​​​ The kettlebell swing is one of the most popular and pivotal exercises that you can do with a kettlebell. Many search requests have gone down Google's and KZbin's route to finally understand, how to perfect this powerful exercise. With this video, we want to serve you the BEST kettlebell swing guide, that is perfectly suited for beginners! Look no further but dive deep into these 14 tips - compiled through education and experience with real people - to help you become a kettlebell swing wizard for the rest of your life. - Gregory

[@nadegejuste2638]

U should make a serie where u review kb swing technique 4 people. Just like coach Greg review people b9dy fat by looking at their pic. People would send you short video n u could review their form

[@prajnaranjani]

Hi..thanks for the aweome video..it clears many doubts..I have bulkier Thighs..so when kettle bell swings down I automatically widen my Thighs to accommodate for swing back but I know bending knees it's not good. Can you pl clarify how I avoid it. Thanks

[@Ksamenk]

one of the best kettlebell swing tutorials on the internet

[@lebe-stark]

Thank you! - Gregory

[@northbouy2625]

I have to agree

[@TrishCanyon8]

You're my Kettle Bell Mentor. TY

[@lebe-stark]

💙💙

[@TrainOrDie]

I'm 70 next month. Working out hard. Found your channel and coaching. Loving it!

[@carsformersofficial]

👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻 much appreciated brother 🙌🏻

[@Noob-iu1sg]

This guy is really good. He's left no stone unturned when it comes to questions i'd have. Probably the most comprehensive specialist i've seen on the tube.

[@darkclownKellen]

Check out mark wildman. Hes really good aswell

[@frankcastle797]

You have a great way of explaining the swing so simply. Thank you.

[@mental_Focuzfitness]

Always enjoy watching your videos brother you learn something new all the time

[@lebe-stark]

I appreciate that

[@trashboat163]

Thank you! Love your videos! I’ve been doing swings and it’s been hurting my lower back. Wasn’t sure why. This was very helpful.

[@hhhmmmmmmmm]

Wow. This is invaluable. One of the best tutorials. I’ve watched hundreds over the years.

[@tovameguira6381]

This is video is EXTREMELY well said and done!! Thanks so much for all the tips 🤩🙏🏼

[@lebe-stark]

Glad it was helpful Tova! - Gregory

[@thequietone2998]

Phenomenal.....

[@Cindy-bu7ns]

This helped clear up a lot of confusion! I also checked out 'here's what no one tells you about kettlebell swing variations ..thank you so much 😊

[@lebe-stark]

Glad to help out! - Gregory

[@charlesmalvoisin1747]

Excellent 👍

[@lebe-stark]

Thanks for the visit

[@AAL3087]

Thank you for this amazing and detailed articulation for beginners like myself. I learnt so much in such a short space of time. You have a great way of explaining things and making it accessible. I feel safe just listening to you 😅

[@lebe-stark]

Appreciate the feedback! 💙

[@zalibecquerel3463]

Great video, I've been loving the "hybrid" one-arm swing, and was having a lot of fun with it. However, for beginners, (like me) I'd suggest caution on doing these at very high reps/to fatigue. I got the info from one of Dan John's podcasts. When fatigued, it's so easy not to keep your form "facing forward", ie, your swinging arm shoulder facing forward. Naturally, this puts some "twisting" on your back, which will get worse when the reps climb up. I noticed this myself, when trying many sets of 50+ hand-to-hand swings (as a test towards a 10,000 swing challenge). I noticed the next day that one side of my lower back was "smoked". On review, I realised my form was slack. I still think it's a great exercise, but it's critical to get your form correct. For the time being, I'll be sticking to two-handed swings for high volume and using the hand-to-hand version to practice getting ready for snatches. Thank you for introducing me to the hand-to-hand hybrid swing! It's still my favourite variant.

[@Ozombie666]

Very useful tips, thanks.

[@parasocial_police]

Very helpful, thanks

[@thomasiversen597]

This is awesome advice ! Really appreciate it!

[@lebe-stark]

You're so welcome!

[@guitarcircuit]

On #11 - what do you mean by breath two times? Does mean a quick nasal inhale and mouth exhale at the top and the bottom?

[@richardcaro3368]

Great stuff! Thank you!

[@lebe-stark]

Glad you liked it! - Gregory

[@buckelism]

Great video , I practice hard style swing , currently on Simple & sinister , but I always enjoy your videos and every time I learn something new. Keep doing that , you are a big help , thank you very much

[@bigavel165]

I learned a lot from your video man. Thanks truly appreciate

[@lebe-stark]

My pleasure brother! - Gregory

[@petersands4449]

Awesome as usual. This will help shore up my technique. Thanks!

[@lebe-stark]

Happy to help Peter! - Gregory

[@martiantony777]

Yes! Thank you! Great amount of info, good info! Thanks! I really appreciate if you could make something similar to this, about the long cycle.

[@IrishKadarius]

Good video. I get a bit of bro science vibes from you but the content is still very informative. Keep it up!

[@lebe-stark]

Thanks for sharing! - Gregory

[@mtntgr]

One of your best videos yet. I'd love to try the hand to hand swing but until I'm practicing i na gym (or on a beach), I fear for my floors. ;)

[@KirillBenIgor]

Great video! Thanks Gregory!

[@lebe-stark]

You're welcome! - Gregory

[@neuromancer27]

Thanks for the explanations. How do you prevent your lower back from rotating during the one arm swing? It is always painful on one side while the other is ok, cannot fix it..

[@sonsofodinots7695]

Really good video, congratulations!

[@lebe-stark]

Thanks a lot!

[@gabrielafonseca4034]

Thanks for the tips! I've been practicing for almost two months now. I couldn't start with 8 kilo like you recommended, started with 5, but quickly got to the 8 kilo bell and now I've added a second 5 kilo bell to work with ten. My baby hands now have baby calluses and the benefits are noticeable

[@lebe-stark]

You got this Gabriela! - Gregory

[@ArranVidalhallArran247]

Absolutely brilliant video.....

[@lebe-stark]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@GaryBackInBalance]

Thanks brother great breakdown!!!

[@lebe-stark]

You‘re welcome Gary! - Gregory

[@gustavogranha3163]

Amazing video, sir!

[@lebe-stark]

Glad you liked it Gustavo! - Gregory

[@jkadbhjadhboa]

Great video! And funny!

[@1121conan]

Brilliant instruction! Thanks for posting this excellent video, I have had trouble getting down the mechanics of the one hand swing. After watching this video I finally got it! Thanks again!

[@acemcknaves]

I am working with a 10 kilo... hehe... pretty weak ass me... but working on form... thank you for this video Gregory. I really appreciate it. - Coy

[@lebe-stark]

Form is key! - Gregory

[@acemcknaves]

@@lebe-stark this is really encouraging me. thank you!

[@brendofarrell5000]

Cheers for the video! Real informative 👌

[@lebe-stark]

Glad it was helpful!

[@AimeeShh]

I’m looking forward to this video. I commented a few weeks ago about doing my first kettlebell workout. I used a 10 lb bell, and I did a 5 minute beginner workout. I freaking hurt myself! I pulled something deep in my chest that prevented me from doing any workouts for over a week, and my doctor told me not to do anymore kettlebell workouts. Honestly, I really enjoyed it, so I’d like to give it another try. I’ll work on my technique, but should I drop down to a 5 lb bell next time and worn my way up? Clearly, I’m weak and out of shape, but we all have to start somewhere. Any help is greatly appreciated.

[@lebe-stark]

Hey Aimee. Unless you have any pre-existing medical condition, you can stay with the 10 lb. We start with female beginners always with 8 kg (18 lbs). The key is to start with the grinds first (exercises without any ballistic element) and build a strong foundation. Reason for this is, that the ballistics (such ad swing, clean, snatch) pose a higher injury risk. In the next step, ballistics can be approached under the guidance of a coach. I hope this helps! - Gregory

[@AimeeShh]

@@lebe-stark Thank you, Gregory! I’ve been taking your advice by working on the grinds. I’m trying to build my strength and core while working on technique. I find I do better when I have someone watching me, so I can correct my form before I start bad habits with technique.

[@AimeeShh]

@@krisco1020 I’m still making progress! Thank you for the encouragement.

[@markhatfield5621]

Using a bell which is too light leads to doing very poor technique.

[@sauravbasu8805]

Hello, Aimee, have you continued ? How was your progress like ?

[@alanbaskaev3907]

Great content, Gregory, as always actually. Btw, you mentioned Pavel a couple of times. I often see him talking about developing strength. Have you ever see him lifting heavy?

[@lebe-stark]

Thanks for the feedback! I haven't seen Pavel lift heavy weights personally but that doesn't mean that he doesn't engage with them. What I definitely see is HS-practitioners engaging with serious numbers. - Gregory

[@The42n8s1]

Great stuff.

[@lebe-stark]

Glad you think so Mark! - Gregory

[@scullu]

Hey Lebe! Great video for newbies! What is the difference btw Hybrid, Hardstyle and Sportstyle Swing? As far as I can see Hybrid looks a lot more like Hardstyle except your hip hinges with a minimal knee bend.

[@lebe-stark]

Check this out brother: kzbin.info/www/bejne/op2ymn-qrJqjisU - Gregory

[@danielarixi]

Perfecto

[@alexkatsanos8475]

Hey love your channel. Was swinging after doing 1/2 pood to 1 I thought my hinge was ok but apparently when thrusting forward I must have been arching my lower back slightly because my back was strained for a few days?

[@lebe-stark]

Beginners always feel it in the lower back. Try to rest enough before getting back to the swing to avoid hyperextension of the spine Alex. Thanks for sharing! - Gregory

[@edmond0073]

Question. Is KB snatch a good replacement for a KB swing in case you need variety or a change of exercise ?

[@lebe-stark]

The snatch is the advanced version of the swing; so answer would be yes! - Gregory

[@edmond0073]

@@lebe-stark thanks Gregory 😄

[@oc3144]

I just hurt my back last week, im honestly really scared to hurt my back again, but I really want to learn how to do this.

[@lebe-stark]

Many of our clients with back issues are doing the Swing with no problems whatsoever. Listen to your body, practice decent form and pay attention to how your back reacts. - Gregory

[@oc3144]

@@lebe-stark thank you brother

[@albertoa8794]

I've had some lowback problems in the past and begining with kb swinging. Starting with 10 kg and learning good form and technique. I feel my lowback stronger and no pain at all

[@daneshed2105]

Hey Greg! Love your channel for its quality content. A question: every time I do a time under tension with the KB swing, I feel my hamstring burn and so stiff the days after (sometimes it take even 5-6 days to recover). I guess my technique is somewhere between hard and soft style. Any ideas why the hamstring might respond like that? Thanks!!

[@lebe-stark]

Thanks for sharing! How would you rate your hip mobility from 1 (very tight) to 10 (very loose)? If it's somewhere between 1 and 6, you might have to increase stretching capabilites of your hip muscles. We had a young soccer player once with terrible hip mobility but incredible acceleration skill. His tight hips caused him to cramp up everytime he charged for a couple of full speed sprints. - Gregory

[@daneshed2105]

@@lebe-stark Definitely under 6! Truly explains a lot... means that more hips stretching and mobility is required. Thanks a lot for answering :)

[@studying5780]

Are you supposed to squeeze your glutes as you're pushing your hips through?

[@lebe-stark]

Yes. - Gregory

[@sauravbasu8805]

Whatever style one follows, one should not round his back, right ?

[@lebe-stark]

Not really.

[@battleax4609]

Illuminate confirmed

[@typeon3g4t1v3]

Never saw the bottle test before.

[@lebe-stark]

A great drill! - Gregory

[@walterragno8255]

Quanto vorrei che parlassi in italiano

[@randybowman]

What kind of swing do you use to swing the heaviest?

[@lebe-stark]

Hardstyle for explosiveness, Sport for time and (heavy) endurance training. - Gregory

[@thequietone2998]

As a female I can swing 24 kg and I have a cast iron one at home

[@thegivpmn9565]

How much do u do it? Like the number of it.. Also, do u feel it can be used as the only excercise for fat loss?

[@Baldur1005]

My kettlebell swing looks exactly like the first one... lol

[@lebe-stark]

I hope this video helps Artur! - Gregory

[@Baldur1005]

@@lebe-stark Spot on! Mistake number 1: Hinge movement beginning too early Mistake 2: Not maximizing hand to body ratio 3: (Not your Video) not keeping ABS tight resulting in quick lordosis position

[@lebe-stark]

Great observations Artur! While all are important; #3 deserves a special consideration since you need it to keep your spine safe from shear forces. - Gregory

[@sadclown431]

I know it's not a smart approach. But a heavy kettlebell for example 40kg will teach you not to use your hands because it's not possible

[@lebe-stark]

It's actually a great way to "teach" proper feedback. Must be done however (in most cases) under guidance from a coach. - Gregory

[@philj212]

the swing really confuses me. either it feels like i am just chilling or it feels like i am too forceful and i dont want to hurt my lower back. cant seem to find a happy middle... still new though

[@davidalvarez5402]

Tip number 1- dont train with kettlebells and use barbells instead and actually become strong

[@lebe-stark]

Thanks for sharing David; even though a bit shortsighted. 😉 - Gregory

[@davidalvarez5402]

@@lebe-stark please enlighten me then, how will kettlebells make me stronger?

[@YhaoKhan]

This is amazing. Thank you!

[@lebe-stark]

Glad you like it!

[@DeanDiefendorf]

Great video! Thank you for this.

[@lebe-stark]

You’re welcome Dean! - Gregory