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But kettlebells dont need to be limited to those movement patterns.

What should an upper body kettlebell workout include?

In any strength-based workout, you want to work your major muscle groups evenly.

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Kettlebells offer a slight edge in design effectiveness and energy usage during functional movements, Gary says.

Think: single-arm rows, tricep extensions, and bicep curls.

And then youll increase the intensity of the moves with a powerful clean and a close grip chest press.

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That leads to amped-up cardio and full-body intensity.

Were bracing through our body weight and getting some core work, too.

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The five upper body kettlebell exercises included

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Form tips:Tuck your chin, brace your abs, and press your feet into the floor.

Form tips:Lock out the arms at the top to build tension in the press.

Try the full workout for yourself to see what a kettlebell can do for you.

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