Tobias Wissmueller
Level 7 Valued Member
What do I mean with "swing types"?
I know three different kind of swings:
Here are a few suggestions:
Two-handed swings: One can go very heavy which can result in hypertrophy in the legs
One-handed swings: One has to work against the rotational force, more core work. Additionally, more taxing for the grip
Double kettlebell swing: ???
What other advantages and disadvantages do you guys see in those types of swings? Conditioning, hypertrophy, muscle groups worked, ... ?
In what situations do you prefer the one over the other and why?
Any other swings that are out there I have never heard of. I remember @Pavel Macek writing about dumbbell swings for example. Do they have any pros and cons compared to the others or are they just useful when stuck in a gym without any kettlebells?
EDIT: Did some corrections to my initial post. Have mixed up one- and two-handed swings, barbell for dumbbell.
I know three different kind of swings:
- Two-handed swings
- One-handed swings
- Double kettlebell swings
Here are a few suggestions:
Two-handed swings: One can go very heavy which can result in hypertrophy in the legs
One-handed swings: One has to work against the rotational force, more core work. Additionally, more taxing for the grip
Double kettlebell swing: ???
What other advantages and disadvantages do you guys see in those types of swings? Conditioning, hypertrophy, muscle groups worked, ... ?
In what situations do you prefer the one over the other and why?
Any other swings that are out there I have never heard of. I remember @Pavel Macek writing about dumbbell swings for example. Do they have any pros and cons compared to the others or are they just useful when stuck in a gym without any kettlebells?
EDIT: Did some corrections to my initial post. Have mixed up one- and two-handed swings, barbell for dumbbell.
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