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Standing Kettlebell Shoulder Halo
Kettlebell · Core · Isolation
Anterior DeltoidRear DeltoidCore TricepsUpper Back Joint friendly
Default prescription & biomechanics
- Primary muscles
- Anterior Deltoid, Rear Deltoid, Core
- Secondary muscles
- Triceps, Upper Back
- Equipment
- Kettlebell
- Movement pattern
- Core (Static force)
- Difficulty
- Beginner
- Working rep range
- 8-10 reps per set
- Between-set interval
- 45 seconds rest
- Intensity & MET
- Low (2.8 MET)
Step-by-step coaching cues
- Hold the kettlebell bottoms-up by the horns at chest level with ribs braced down.
- Circle the bell closely around your head without moving your neck or arching your lower back.
- Alternate directions evenly.
Joint & safety considerations
No specific joint contraindications are flagged for Standing Kettlebell Shoulder Halo. Maintain controlled tempo across the full range of motion and stop the set if sharp joint pain occurs.
Biomechanical alternatives & swaps
Used by the in-app Swap sheet when your equipment is occupied or when adjusting exercise difficulty.
| Exercise | Relationship | Equipment |
|---|---|---|
| Cuban Press (Rotator Cuff Press) | Dumbbell swap | Dumbbell |
| Kettlebell or Dumbbell Turkish Get-Up | Same movement pattern | Kettlebell |
| Resistance Band Shoulder Pass-Through | Bands swap | Bands |
| Bench or Floor Reverse Crunch | Bodyweight swap | Bodyweight |
| Cable or Band Anti-Rotation Pallof Press | Cable swap | Cable |
| Controlled Contralateral Dead Bug | Bodyweight swap | Bodyweight |
From the WorkoutCard biomechanical library (613 verified movements). For general strength and conditioning education, not medical or physiotherapy advice.