Kettlebell Calf Front Squat Raise
Strengthen legs & core! This combo move builds calf & quad power while improving balance. Kettlebells add intensity!
Required Equipment
Muscle Groups
Primary
Secondary
Instructions
1. Begin by standing upright with your feet roughly hip-width apart.
2. Hold a kettlebell in each hand at shoulder height, with your elbows pointing forward and kettlebells resting against the back of your wrists. Your palms should primarily face each other or slightly upwards.
3. Keeping your head up and your back straight, perform a calf raise by pushing through the balls of your feet and lifting your heel off the ground, extending your ankles.
4. Slowly lower your heels back to the floor.
5. From this position, perform a squat by bending your knees and pushing your hips back as if you were sitting in a chair. Keep your knees in line with your feet.
6. Lower down until your thighs are parallel to the floor, keeping your weight in your heels and your chest up.
7. Drive through your heels to return to the starting position, extending your legs and hips.
8. Repeat the calf raise and then the squat for the desired number of repetitions and sets.
Ensure that you maintain proper form throughout the exercise to maximize effectiveness and reduce the risk of injury. Perform the exercise in a controlled manner, especially when returning to the starting position. Adjust the weight of the kettlebells according to your fitness level.
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