Thurster
Equipment: Kettlebell
Primary muscle: Quadriceps
Category: compound
Movement: push
Shoulder
Glute
Hamstring
Core
Lower
How to Perform Thurster
The kettlebell thruster is a compound, full-body exercise that combines a squat with an overhead press to build strength and power. Performed by holding one or two kettlebells in the rack position, the movement involves squatting down and then explosively driving upward to press the kettlebells overhead in one fluid motion. This exercise engages the legs, glutes, core, shoulders, and arms while also challenging coordination and conditioning, making it an efficient option for total-body training.