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Kettlebell Farmer Carry

The kettlebell farmer carry builds crushing grip endurance and total-body stability by walking with heavy kettlebells in each hand. The offset handle shape makes it slightly harder than dumbbell carries.

How to Perform

1

Pick up two heavy kettlebells and stand tall with shoulders back and down.

2

Walk in a straight line with short, controlled steps — do not rush.

3

Squeeze the handles as hard as possible throughout the entire carry.

4

Keep your core braced and do not let the kettlebells swing or bump your legs.

5

Aim for 30-60 second carries or 40-50 meter walks.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

Leaning to one side if using uneven weights, which stresses the spine laterally.

Taking overly long strides, which causes the weights to swing and destabilizes the core.

Letting the shoulders round forward instead of keeping the chest proud and traps engaged.

Muscle Activation

Forearms80%
Traps45%
Abs35%
Shoulders20%

Variations

Trap Bar CarrySingle-Arm Carry (Suitcase)Bottoms-Up Carry

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