Around-the-body pass. The around-the-body pass serves as an excellent warm-up, especially for the arms, core, and grip. To perform this exercise, maintain good posture and alignment as you pass the kettlebell around the body while your hips remain facing forward throughout (see figure 7.5). Breathe normally throughout the exercise. Vary the tempo of the movement and reverse directions several times. KEY PRINCIPLES Keep your eyes forward to maintain good posture and develop kinesthetic awareness. Ensure the kettlebell is close to the body but not so close as to create collision and injury.
