How to do a Kettlebell March

What is a Kettlebell March?

The Kettlebell March is a kettlebell carry movement. It’s a full body blaster, that will engage your core, lower and upper body. This is great as a warm-up, cool-down, or as a part of your strength routine. 

The Kettlebell March is a full-body exercise with an emphasis on the following muscle groups:

• Core
• Back
• Shoulders
• Biceps
• Legs

How to Do a Kettlebell March (Instructions):

Trainer Tips for the Kettlebell March: 

• Progression (make harder)
  • Increase your repetition count. 
  • Use a heavier weight. Scale up in 8kg increments (16kg, 24kg, 32kg, etc…)
  • Perform the KB March in a Racked Position. 
  • March with two kettlebells, one in each hand. 
• Regression (make easier)
  • Instead of racking the kettlebell, carry it down by your side with your arm. 
  • Use a lighter weight.
  • Lower your repetition count. 
• Application:
  • Marches are great warm-up and cool-down exercises. Add 3-5 sets of 5-10 reps to bookend your workout. 
  • Create a Kettlebell Complex with the March. Do a Kettlebell Clean, March, Lunge, and repeat on the other side. Catch your breath and repeat for a time allotment (5-30 minutes). 

Questions on Purchasing a Kettlebell?

Kettlebells are a phenomenal training tool, but they can add up quickly in cost. If you are new to kettlebell training or have questions on buying kettlebells, I put together this kettlebell buying guide to help you navigate through some of those initial questions. Enjoy!