Kettlebell Staggered-Stance Deadlift
The kettlebell deadlift in a staggered stance: the back foot's toes steady you while the front leg lowers and lifts the bell.
How to do it
Setup
Front foot flat, back foot's toes a half step behind, one kettlebell in both hands in front of the front shin, knees soft.
Steps
- Push the hips back over the front heel, the bell lowering to the floor.
- Tap the bell down lightly with the back flat.
- Drive through the front foot to stand; finish the side, switch.
Common mistakes
Pushing off the back foot: its toes only steady you. Bell drifting ahead of the front foot: it travels close to the shin. Twisting toward the back leg: hips and shoulders stay square.
Breathing
Inhale at the bottom, exhale after lockout.
