This Kettlebell Burpee and Deadlift Workout Will Get Your Blood Flowing

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Kettlebell Krusher Says:

Touted as the ultimate kettlebell workout by GQ Magazine UK, it combines two simple exercises and for a powerful workout session. While we don’t necessarily agree with it being called ultimate, it is pretty effective none-the-less.

You’re essentially transitioning from a standing position, into a burpee/push-up, and finally returning to a standing position via kettlebell deadlift by picking up both kettlebells. One in each hand. This whole sequence completes a rep. GQ recommends 15 reps per set, with a total of 3 sets for the workout.

If you haven’t read the exercise yet, the most confusing part will probably be the burpee. Because of the many variations of kettlebell burpees, it is unclear how this should be performed. While we recommend using the kettlebells as anchors to hold on to for pushing up, GQ advises you to simply place them on the floor. Then place your hands in between them and kick back your legs to do a quick push-up.

There are pictures accompanied with brief descriptions of each exercise on the GQ website to help further explain. What is quite apparent during this kettlebell workout is that the kettlebells are only used in a vertical fashion. There are no swings, cleans, jerks or any motion other than up and down. This is why I have a hard time agreeing that it is the ultimate workout. Any kettlebell workout deemed as such should most certainly include the kettlebell swing. Still, you’ll get your blood pumping and muscles burning for sure!