Back pain with (single) kettlebell lifts? Do THIS to fix it:
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Back pain during single-kettlebell swings or snatches?
Especially when double-kettlebell lifts don't seem to bother you?
The problem might not be the lift itself.
It might be something your body has been compensating for.
In this video, I explain why old injuries can leave you with hidden left-to-right imbalances, why those imbalances may show up during single-kettlebell work, and what I recommend doing about them.
You'll learn:
* Why an old ankle, knee, hip, or shoulder injury can change the way you move
* How your body compensates when one side doesn't move or function like the other
* Why single-kettlebell lifts can expose weaknesses that remain hidden during double-kettlebell lifts
* How your deep abdominal muscles help create the internal pressure needed to stabilize your spine and pelvis
* What your lateral chains do and why left-to-right balance matters
* Why I recommend rebuilding your core foundation and addressing asymmetries instead of simply abandoning exercises that cause problems
Here's the approach I recommend:
1. Get diagnosed and cleared by your doctor.
2. Retrain your deep core musculature and make sure it's working correctly.
3. Train your lateral chains and address side-to-side asymmetries.
4. Build your single-kettlebell work before progressing to double-kettlebell lifts, while continuing to address those weaknesses.
If you're dealing with recurring back, hip, knee, or shoulder issues, don't simply grit your teeth and push through. Find out what's going on and address the underlying dysfunction.
That's why I recommend **Systematic Core Training for Kettlebells**.
Inside, you'll find demonstrations and progressions for *Your Core Foundation*, the three levels of Side Lying, and the exercises I use to help rebuild core stability and lateral-chain strength. You can start with just 5–10 minutes before or after your training sessions, with additional work on your off days if appropriate.
Remember: Don't just work around your weak links. Find them and address them.
Stay Strong,
Geoff Neupert.
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