No more flabby arms! Try this kettlebell move

This exercise will engage the muscles of your biceps, triceps, chest and shoulders giving you a very toned upper body.

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Written By: Tania Tarafdar | Updated : February 19, 2016 8:40 AM IST

So many love the kettlebell exercises for a reason it combines strength training and cardio for an efficient calorie burn. An average person can burn as much as 400 calories in just 20 minutes by doing kettlebell exercises. They also significantly help reduce neck, back and shoulder pain. The Turkish get-up is excellent kettlebell move that will not only help you burn calories but also tone your arms. Also, thy these 4 powerful moves to blast fat and transform your body.

This exercise will engage the muscles of your biceps, triceps, chest and shoulders, giving you a very toned upper body. It is also an excellent move to tone and strengthen your core. The old military press will also help you build stronger shoulders.

Turkish get up

Yes, your your arms will feel sore and tired after you perform this move but you will definitely have more defined and toned arms. Here s how you can perform the Turkish get-up with a kettlebell.

  • Lie on your back and hold a kettlebell with your right hand. Place your left arm on the side of your body.
  • Bend your right knee and come into a sitting position. Simultaneously lift the kettlebell with your right hand such that your arm points towards the ceiling.
  • Push off the floor with your left hand so that your torso is upright. You can support your body by placing your left elbow on the ground.
  • Then slowly lower your back and come back to the starting position.
  • Do six to eight repetitions of this kettlebell move with your right arm and then switch to the other side.

Contraindication

  • Avoid performing this step if you have carpel tunnel s syndrome or any other wrist injury.

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