Kettlebell Turkish Get-Up (Squat style)
The Kettlebell Turkish Get-Up (Squat style) is a intermediate compound movement that activates 6 muscle groups simultaneously. It primarily targets the Shoulders, making it one of the more efficient exercises in RepStack's 873-exercise database.
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Muscles Worked
The shoulders handles the primary load during this movement. The abdominals and calves and hamstrings and quadriceps and triceps assist as stabilizers throughout the range of motion.
How to Kettlebell Turkish Get-Up (Squat style)
- 1
Lie on your back on the floor and press a kettlebell to the top position by extending the elbow. Bend the knee on the same side as the kettlebell.
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Keeping the kettlebell locked out at all times, pivot to the opposite side and use your non- working arm to assist you in driving forward to the lunge position.
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Using your free hand, push yourself to a seated position, then progressing to your feet. While looking up at the kettlebell, slowly stand up. Reverse the motion back to the starting position and repeat.
Common Mistakes
- • Brace your core before initiating the movement — maintain tension throughout the entire range of motion.
- • Control the eccentric (lowering) phase for at least 2 seconds to maximize muscle fiber recruitment.
- • Avoid locking out aggressively at the top — stop just short of full extension to keep tension on the muscle.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What muscles does the Kettlebell Turkish Get-Up (Squat style) work?
The Kettlebell Turkish Get-Up (Squat style) primarily works the Shoulders. Secondary muscles include the Abdominals, Calves, Hamstrings, Quadriceps, Triceps, which assist during the movement.
Is the Kettlebell Turkish Get-Up (Squat style) good for beginners?
The Kettlebell Turkish Get-Up (Squat style) is rated intermediate. Beginners should build foundational strength with simpler movements first, then progress to this exercise once comfortable with the movement pattern.
What equipment do I need for the Kettlebell Turkish Get-Up (Squat style)?
You need kettlebells to perform the Kettlebell Turkish Get-Up (Squat style). Most commercial gyms will have this available.
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