Kettlebell Deadlift primarily works the glutes and hamstrings. It is categorized as a hinge movement and uses Kettlebell and Dumbbell.
- Primary muscles
- glutes and hamstrings
- Equipment
- Kettlebell and Dumbbell
- Movement pattern
- hinge
- Catalog difficulty
- 2 of 5
How to do Kettlebell Deadlift
- Bell between feet, hinge to the handle
- Stand tall, squeeze at the top
Common mistakes
- Rounding to reach — elevate the bell
Muscles worked
The primary catalog target is glutes, with hamstrings also involved. Exercise feel varies with setup, range of motion, and individual anatomy.
Easier and harder options
Easier option: Hip Hinge (Dowel/Broomstick)
Harder option: Romanian Deadlift
Related exercises and substitutions
A useful substitute should preserve the job this movement has in the session—not merely train a nearby body part. Explore the related Movviva guides below, then compare pattern, target muscles, available equipment, and difficulty.
Hip Hinge (Dowel/Broomstick) · Romanian Deadlift · Romanian Deadlift · Hip Thrust / Loaded Bridge · Glute Bridge · Cable Pull-Through
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