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Exercise

Kettlebell Figure 8

Also known as: kb figure eight, figure 8 kb pass, kettlebell figure of eight

Kettlebell Figure 8 — position 1Kettlebell Figure 8 — position 2

Kettlebell Figure 8 is a compound exercise for the abdominals. Main target: obliques. Also works: biceps femoris and anterior deltoid. Equipment: kettlebell.

EquipmentKettlebell
TypeCompound (multi-joint)
MovementPull
CategoryStrength

Muscles worked

Muscles worked in the Kettlebell Figure 8: primary in bright, secondary in light
Primary
Obliques
Secondary
Biceps femorisAnterior deltoid

How to do it

  1. Place one kettlebell between your legs and take a wider than shoulder width stance. Bend over by pushing your butt out and keeping your back flat.
  2. Pick up a kettlebell and pass it to your other hand between your legs. The receiving hand should reach from behind the legs. Go back and forth for several repetitions.

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Alternatives with other equipment

Russian Twist
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Cable Judo Flip
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Landmine 180's
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Plate Twist
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Spell Caster
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Medicine Ball Full Twist
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