You Need Some Rhythm for This Strength Interval Workout

© Men’s Health This kettlebell strength interval workout, which uses a kettlebell walking swing movement, requires more rhythm and timing than other strength training.

While the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has halted the cadence of everyday life for just about everyone, the world is now beginning to adjust. We’re all handling the challenges of social distancing and self-isolation differently—but that doesn’t mean that we have to go it completely alone in every sense.

At Men’s Health, we’re using this period as an opportunity to build up our community and share as much useful, positive information as possible. For everyone stuck missing their typical workout routines with gyms and fitness centers closed down, we’ve done our best to provide as many at-home workout options as possible. But that’s just the start. We’re also hosting live workout sessions on Instagram with some of our favorite trainers to fill the fitness class-shaped void in your daily routine.

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David Freeman, national program manager of Life Time’s Alpha program, hosted the latest session. This strength interval workout, which will challenge you to use your muscles and work as hard as possible in short bursts of effort, requires a pair of kettlebells or anything you have handy with a handle that can simulate a similar load. He also advises that you have some water handy—but that’s so you can hydrate when you’re through with the hard work.

You’ll need more than just the willingness to sweat, too. Freeman says that this workout also requires some rhythm. Don’t worry if you’re not up on the latest dance moves, though—he’s more interested in your kettlebell swing form. You’ll take on a challenging variation that tasks you to time a step out with your swing as part of this 2:1 work to rest ratio interval workout.”Take your time with it,” he says.

Dynamic Warmup

Perform 2 rounds to warm up

10 reps

5 reps per side

5 reps

The Workout

Perform each movement for 40 seconds, then rest for 20 seconds. Repeat for 4 total rounds.

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