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Double Kettlebell Jerk demonstration

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Strength / Kettlebell

Double Kettlebell Jerk

An overhead lift using a double dip-drive to launch two kettlebells from the rack to lockout, the hallmark lift of kettlebell sport.

Equipment

Kettlebell

Experience

advanced

Movement

compound

Primary musclesSecondary muscles

Triceps · Traps · Glutes

Instructions

  1. 01

    Start with two kettlebells racked on the shoulders, elbows resting on the hips.

  2. 02

    Perform a short dip at the knees, then explosively extend the legs to drive the kettlebells up.

  3. 03

    As the bells rise, perform a second dip under them by bending the knees again.

  4. 04

    Catch the kettlebells overhead with arms locked out, then stand fully upright.

  5. 05

    Lower them back to the rack under control and repeat.

Choose a load and range you can control. These instructions are general guidance, not a substitute for individual coaching.