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What is Kettlebell Swing?
A hip-hinge movement swinging a kettlebell to chest or overhead height.
In context
Kettlebell Swing is a key concept in crossfit. A hip-hinge movement swinging a kettlebell to chest or overhead height. Knowing what it means — and how it connects to the rest of your training — turns it from jargon into something you can actually use in the gym.
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Related crossfit terms
Common questions.
What does kettlebell swing mean?
A hip-hinge movement swinging a kettlebell to chest or overhead height.
What category does kettlebell swing belong to?
Kettlebell Swing is a term from crossfit in strength and fitness training. Browse more crossfit terms in the Nishaana glossary.
Why does kettlebell swing matter for training?
Understanding kettlebell swing helps you train and program more deliberately — it is one of the ideas that separates guessing from a real, repeatable system.
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