Kettlebell High Pull
The kettlebell high pull is an explosive pulling movement that targets the traps and rear delts while building hip power. Swing the bell and pull it to chin height with a high elbow, then let it drop back between your legs.
How to Perform
Start with a kettlebell swing, driving hard through the hips.
As the bell reaches stomach height, pull your elbow high and back.
The bell should reach chin height with your elbow above the hand.
Let the bell fall and guide it back to the backswing.
Keep the movement explosive — this is not a slow upright row.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
Pulling with the arm from the start instead of initiating with hip drive.
Letting the bell drift forward away from the body on the pull.
Using too heavy a weight and turning it into a sloppy upright row.
Muscle Activation
Variations
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