Never used a kettlebell before? Start with this beginner-friendly routine to build strength all over safely

Woman in blue T-shirt holds kettlebell by her chest in two hands.

I often wince when I see a relative newcomer to exercise making their way over to the kettlebell rack.

There's no doubt that kettlebell training is a fantastic way to build real-world strength and mobility, but its signature move—the kettlebell swing—is a difficult exercise to execute safely. As such, kettlebells are often the chief culprit for gym-based injuries.