Kettlebell Turkish Get-Up (Lunge style)

What it is

This challenging, compound movement takes you from lying on the floor to a standing lunge position while holding a kettlebell overhead. It primarily builds strength and stability in your shoulders. You will also engage your core (abdominals), hamstrings, quadriceps, and triceps throughout the entire complex sequence.

Technique tips

• Keep your eyes fixed on the kettlebell throughout the entire movement.
• Maintain a fully locked elbow on the working arm at all times.
• Use your free hand and arm to help you transition smoothly and safely.
• Control each phase, both up and down; do not rush the movement.
• Actively brace your core (abdominals) to protect your spine.

How to track your progress

Log the weight and reps of each set. Straddly turns every set into an estimated one-rep max, so a heavier single and a strong set of eight both count as progress, and it flags a personal record the moment you beat your best.