Kettlebell Burpee

A burpee beside the bell, then stand and finish with one two-hand swing to chest height; the bell rests on the floor between reps.

Kettlebell Burpee, illustrated

How to do it

Setup

Kettlebell on the floor between the feet, stance shoulder-width.

Steps

  1. Hands to the floor beside the bell and kick the feet back to a plank.
  2. Do a push-up chest to the floor.
  3. Jump the feet in, grip the bell with both hands and stand.
  4. One swing to chest height, then set the bell down for the next rep.

Common mistakes

Swinging from the arms: the hips drive the bell; the arms only guide it. Bell landing on a rounded back: hinge, don't squat, to put it down. Racing the set-down: a quiet bell is a rep under control.

Breathing

Exhale on the push-up, sharp exhale on the swing.