Beginner Kettlebell Functional 5: Sumo Deadlift & Horn Curl
Warm-Up: Lateral Leg Swings, Torso Hinge with Arm Reach, Kneeling Cat-Cow. Main Circuit: KB Sumo Deadlift, KB Goblet Step-Through Lunge, KB Horn Curl, KB Press from Half-Kneeling, KB Swing with Pause. Cooldown: Lying Glute Stretch, Standing Hamstring Stretch.
The workout
- 1
Lateral Leg Swings
30sSwing each leg side-to-side. Opens hips and inner thighs.
- 2
Torso Hinge with Arm Reach
30sHinge forward and swing arms overhead. Warms up posterior chain.
- 3
Kneeling Cat-Cow
30sAlternate between spinal flexion and extension. Mobilizes spine.
- 4
Kettlebell Sumo Deadlift
45sWide stance deadlift with kettlebell. Engages glutes and inner thighs.
- 5
Kettlebell Goblet Step-Through Lunge
45sAlternate lunges forward and back. Builds leg strength and coordination.
- 6
Kettlebell Horn Curl
45sHold horns and curl. Focuses on biceps and grip strength.
- 7
Kettlebell Press from Half-Kneeling
45sPress overhead while kneeling. Improves shoulder stability.
- 8
Kettlebell Swing with Pause
45sPause between each swing. Emphasizes control and form.
- 9
Lying Glute Stretch
30sCross ankle over knee and pull. Stretches outer hip.
- 10
Standing Hamstring Stretch
30sPlace foot on low surface and hinge. Loosens hamstrings.
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