Overview
Similar to the kettlebell swing, the steel club swing can be used as a transitional exercise used within a complex or flow, or for strengthening the posterior chain.
Teaching Points
- Stand with your feet slightly wider than shoulder width apart.
- Keep your spine neutral throughout the movement.
- Grip the neck with two hands close to the pommel.
- Hinge the hips and swing the club between your legs.
- Drive the club forward with a powerful hip drive until the club floats up to shoulder height.
Common Problems & Solutions
Error: Allowing too much knee bend and performing a ‘squatting’ action.
Correction: Focus on keeping the knees soft and hinging the hips during the back swing, you should feel a slight hamstring stretch.
Alternative Options
Good mornings
Romanian deadlifts
