Kettlebellopus – Newsletter #21

Here are some safety tips from Pavel to incorporate into your kettlebell training. Safety is part of increased performance and preventing injuries.

• Move your hips first.

• Do not slouch. Bend back, not forward, when stretching your back.

• Stay tight through the waist.

• Stay loose through your arms.

• Tame the arc.

• Keep shoulders in their sockets.

• Do not hyperextend the wrists.

• Keep your elbows straight.

• Take care of your hands.

I will elaborate on these safety guidelines in future issues.