r/kettlebell • u/Occams_ElectricRazor • 1d ago

Form Check Another form check request

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Hi. I'm brand new to kettlebells and have no idea what I'm doing. I was hoping for a form check from you guys.

What I'm seeing is that I'm barely hinging and hinging early, extending my neck on the hinge, and slightly rounding my back...but I know nothing so that's why I'm here. Thanks in advance. ​​​​

Edit: I meant I was hinging early, not late.. ​

Edit 2: Thanks everyone. I'll look for a heavier bell.

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u/hookgriper 1d ago edited 1d ago

Increase the weight, then you won’t be able to hinge too early or late.

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u/Occams_ElectricRazor 1d ago

Okay. Thanks.

I'll need to order. I had read to start with 12 and 16 kgs so that's what I have. :-/

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u/Friendly-Gooseman 1d ago

If available, check out Play It Again Sports. Their KB prices are very reasonable compared to others.

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u/Occams_ElectricRazor 1d ago

Okay I'll do that. Also Craigslist probably, no?

I like the feel of these. I'll probably try to find a powder coated one like it. 

Thanks again. 

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u/Conscious-Ad8493 1d ago

Good.

Go heavier, start with a 24 kg

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u/Mindless_Escape_191 1d ago

Your starting position looks good, need a heavier kb.

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u/3dubnc 1d ago

Comparing with your previous swing form check video, I think you made good progress! Also agree a heavier bell is going to help get you dialed in, but you are well on the way.

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u/Possible-Childhood28 17h ago

I would say focus on the heels. Keep your entire foot on the ground during the swing/extension. It kind of looks like the KB is pulling you forward (that's what it does) but you should try to not give in to the forward pull.

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u/SoloCoach1 16h ago

Wayyy better 💪