Kettlebell Deadlift
The Kettlebell Deadlift is a kettlebell exercise that primarily targets the hamstrings, with assistance from the glutes. It is a staple in well-designed hypertrophy and strength programs when programmed with proper volume and progressive overload.
How to perform the Kettlebell Deadlift
- 1Stand with your feet hip-width apart and the kettlebell on the floor between your feet, then bend your knees slightly and push your hips back while keeping your chest up, grabbing the handle with both hands.
- 2Push through your heels to stand up tall, squeezing your glutes at the top, then lower the kettlebell back to the ground by hinging at your hips and repeating the movement.
Coach tips
- Keep your back flat and chest up—not rounded—throughout the movement.
- Drive through your heels, not your toes, to power the lift.
- Don’t rush; move with control, especially when lowering the kettlebell.
Train hamstrings smarter
One rep, one set. Hypro turns the Kettlebell Deadlift into measurable progress, week after week.
The right weight, every set
Hypro suggests your next Kettlebell Deadlift weight and reps based on what you actually lifted, your rest, and your fatigue. Choose weight-first or reps-first. The more you log, the sharper it gets.
See exactly how much hamstrings you train each week
Every set you log counts toward weekly volume per muscle group. Spot imbalances, avoid junk volume, and program the same way IFBB Pros do.
Use this exercise inside an IFBB Pro plan
Pick a coach-made program, get a plan matched to your goals, and message your coach for form checks. The Kettlebell Deadlift fits right into proven hypertrophy and strength templates.
For optimal hamstrings hypertrophy: aim for 10-20 weekly sets at 65-80% of your 1RM with 1-2 reps in reserve.
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