Primary Muscles: Gluteus Maximus
Secondary Muscles: Trapezius, Latissimus Dorsi, Multifidus, Erector Spinae, Biceps Femoris
Kettlebell Swings are a regression of a deadlift, develop gluteal activation, and explosiveness of the hips to extend the body upright. Similar to the deadlift, they act as a prehab movement for the shoulders as they help pack the shoulder without using the upper body as a primary mover.