Why You Have Low Back Pain After Kettlebell Swings – And How To Fix It!

The kettlebell swing is one of the most powerful and versatile exercises you can do. It builds explosive hip and leg strength, improves conditioning, enhances strength endurance, and helps transform body composition—all in one movement.

While barbells might be better for pure strength, nothing beats the versatility and portability of the kettlebell. You can keep one in your car, under your bed, or in your closet—and get a full workout anywhere, anytime.

But here’s the problem: some people experience lower back pain when performing swings.

Most of the time, the issue comes down to underactive glutes. The swing is primarily a glute-driven exercise, but when the glutes aren’t firing, the lower back steps in to do the work—leading to discomfort and potential injury.

In today’s video, Mark breaks down how to fix it. You’ll learn specific exercises and strategies to engage your glutes properly, strengthen your posterior chain, and swing pain-free for life.