Two-Arm Kettlebell Jerk
How to do the Two-Arm Kettlebell Jerk with correct form, the muscles it works, and where it fits a training plan you actually stick to.
Shoulders
Calves, Quads, Triceps
Kettlebells
How to do the Two-Arm Kettlebell Jerk
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Clean two kettlebells to your shoulders. Clean the kettlebells to your shoulders by extending through the legs and hips as you swing the kettlebells towards your shoulders. Rotate your wrists as you do so, so that the palms face forward. Squat down a few inches and reverse the motion rapidly driving both kettlebells overhead. Immediately after the initial push, squat down again and get under the kettlebells. Once the kettlebells are locked out, stand upright to complete the exercise.
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Two-Arm Kettlebell Jerk: common questions
What muscles does the Two-Arm Kettlebell Jerk work?
The Two-Arm Kettlebell Jerk primarily works the Shoulders. It also recruits the Calves, Quads and Triceps as supporting muscles.
Is the Two-Arm Kettlebell Jerk suitable for beginners?
The Two-Arm Kettlebell Jerk is an intermediate-level exercise. It's best once you've built a base of general strength and movement control, beginners can work up to it.
What equipment do I need for the Two-Arm Kettlebell Jerk?
To do the Two-Arm Kettlebell Jerk you'll need one or more kettlebells.
Is the Two-Arm Kettlebell Jerk a compound or isolation exercise?
The Two-Arm Kettlebell Jerk is a compound exercise, it moves multiple joints and works several muscle groups at once, which makes it efficient for building overall strength.
How do I do the Two-Arm Kettlebell Jerk with correct form?
Clean two kettlebells to your shoulders. Clean the kettlebells to your shoulders by extending through the legs and hips as you swing the kettlebells towards your shoulders. Rotate your wrists as you do so, so that the palms face forward. Squat down a few inches and reverse the motion rapidly driving both kettlebells overhead. Immediately after the initial push, squat down again and get under the kettlebells. Once the kettlebells are locked out, stand upright to complete the exercise. Follow the full step-by-step above for the complete movement.
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