Kettlebell Sumo High Pull
An intermediate compound strength exercise that works the traps, using a kettlebell.
Starting position
End position
How to Do Kettlebell Sumo High Pull
- Place a kettlebell on the ground between your feet. Position your feet in a wide stance, and grasp the kettlebell with two hands. Set your hips back as far as possible, with your knees bent. Keep your chest and head up. This will be your starting position.
- Begin by extending the hips and knees, simultaneously pulling the kettlebell to your shoulders, raising your elbows as you do so. Reverse the motion to return to the starting position.
Muscles Worked
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Smith Machine Behind the Back Shrug
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Smith Machine Upright Row
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Barbell Shrug
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Barbell Shrug Behind The Back
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Cable Shrugs
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Calf-Machine Shoulder Shrug
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Frequently Asked Questions
What muscles do kettlebell sumo high pull work?
Kettlebell Sumo High Pull primarily works the traps. The inner thighs, glutes, hamstrings, quads and shoulders assist as secondary muscles.
What equipment do I need for kettlebell sumo high pull?
Kettlebell Sumo High Pull uses kettlebell.
Kettlebell Sumo High Pull: is it suitable for beginners?
Kettlebell Sumo High Pull is rated intermediate. Movements that assume you already own the basic pattern and are ready to load it.
What can I do instead of kettlebell sumo high pull?
Scapular Pull-Up, Upright Cable Row, Smith Machine Behind the Back Shrug train the same primary muscles and are listed with 7 more alternatives above.
Can Fitnit count my kettlebell sumo high pull reps automatically?
Not automatically yet. Fitnit's AI rep counting covers push-ups, squats, dumbbell curls, crunches and pull-ups today; kettlebell sumo high pull can be logged manually in the app, and tracked movements are added over time.
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