Hold a single kettlebell at one side and walk while keeping your trunk upright and resisting side-bending; the movement primarily challenges the obliques and other core stabilizers.
How to do the Suitcase Carry (Kettlebell)#
- Stand tall with feet hip-width and grip the kettlebell handle at your side, arm straight but not locked.
- Brace your core and pull the loaded-side shoulder down so your ribs remain stacked over your hips.
- Walk forward with short, controlled steps while keeping your torso level and breathing evenly.
- Keep the kettlebell close to your thigh and minimize arm swing so the core absorbs the load.
- Carry for the prescribed distance or time, then switch sides and repeat the same procedure.
Muscles worked#
Common mistakes#
- Leaning the torso toward the loaded side.
- Rotating or twisting the shoulders while walking.
- Shrugging or letting the loaded-side shoulder creep up.
- Holding your breath instead of breathing steadily.
