A deadlift involves lifting a weight off the floor, extending through the knees and hips until you’re fully standing with a weight. A kettlebell deadlift is the same, so you’ll be lifting the kettlebell from the ground to around hip height.

The exercise is great because:

It builds muscle: it targets the muscles in your posterior chain, including your glutes, lower back and hamstrings.

It’s beginner-friendly: it’s a great stepping stone to barbell deadlifts, helping you stay injury-free while building confidence.

It’s challenging for everyone: there are loads of weight options and variations to suit any level.

It’s functional: kettlebells and deadlifts are both great for building strength that transfers into real life.

Move of the week: try functional strength training with kettlebell deadlifts