7 Great Kettlebell exercises to do at home
Updated: January 10, 2024
Kettlebells are one of the most minimal and functional strength conditioning pieces of equipment you can have at home. This makes them an essential for any home gym.
Below I have included 7 great kettlebell exercises to do at home. These are my favourite, most effective and time efficient full body kettlebell exercises to include in your training programme. I add these to my daily morning routine with a light kettlebell to warm the body up and to increase strength, mobility and flexibility.
The benefits of the kettlebell and performing kettlebell exercises
Kettlebells take up little space, are portable and you can use them almost anywhere.
They are a great functional strength conditioning tool that can be used for an effective full body workout and great for performing effective compound exercises. As well as being a great way to integrate cardio and strength training kettlebell training is a fast and effective way to burn calories and increase mobility.
What to look for when buying a kettlebell
Kettlebells come in all different shapes and forms, sizes and materials. Not all kettlebells are created equally, before buying any kettlebells consider the following:
Handle – Ensure handle window fits both hands comfortably that it is the right size, that the handle is comfortable with a smooth surface and has no rough joins or nicks.
Weight – Pick an appropirate weight for your level and goals. Generally starting at 4kg / 8.8lbs this is fine for a beginner or for toning and cardio kettlebell exercises.
For building muscle go for something heavier. However, if you haven’t used a kettlebell before this is a good weight to begin your training with and to practice your technique for these kettlebell exercises and then move up in weight once you are comfortable.
Quality – Rubber coating may be best suitable for home gym use as it will take more impact.
Recommended Kettlebells to buy
Here are a couple of great kettlebells on Amazon to get started with your kettlebell exercises.
Best Budget friendly – Amazon basics kettlebell
Best Quality – Kettlebell kings
7 Great Kettlebell exercises to do at home
Here are 7 of the most simple and effective kettlebell exercises to include in your exercise program. Watch these short 2 minute videos below for detailed instructions on how to perform each exercise correctly:
Kettlebell Swing
Kettlebell Deadlift
Kettlebell Goblet Squat
Kettlebell High Pull
Kettlebell Clean and Press
Kettlebell Figure 8’s
Kettlebell Turkish Get Up
I hope you enjoyed these quick and effective kettlebell exercises which also make a great addition to your morning exercise routine. If you are interested in building a morning routine check out this article here on why having a morning routine is such a powerful way to start your day. All the best for your kettlebell workouts!