Plain and simple, no gym is complete without a set of kettlebells.

The best part about this equipment?

you could start with a weight that’s most comfortable and increase as you progress.

fit blond woman doing single-arm kettlebell press exercise in front of neutral beige backdrop

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What makes kettlebells especially effective?

Below, Quinter outlines five must-try kettlebell exercises for a lean waistline.

Each fires up your core in various ways.

half get-up exercise

Adam Quinter

“This slow, controlled movement requires core strength, shoulder stability, and hip mobility.

“The goblet squat and SL RDL build lower-body strength while improving balance and functional stability.

half-kneeling chop

Adam Quinter

kettlebell goblet squat

Adam Quinter

single-leg rdl

Adam Quinter

single-arm press

Adam Quinter

woman in camo sports bra and leggings doing a kettlebell high pull exercise in front of funky blue and purple backdrop

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