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Sleigh bells ring... are you listening...?
In this case, though, you'll be slaying bells.
Kettlebells are easily my #1 favorite workout implement. They're also great for rucking with, and in this workout, you can choose to either replace your ruck plate with your kettlebells or add them to your already-weighted ruck.
You'll want to use a sidewalk or trail where you'll be comfortable being "That Guy/Gal" throwing bells around, or using your yard/garage as homebase to ruck back and forth from. You'll also be carrying the kettlebells for the mileage portion of your workout, so it's helpful to have gloves.
You will ruck for 3 total miles. Kettlebell (KB) carrying instructions are in the workout description.
Always complete your warm-up prior to the workout for the best muscle activation. You want your body ready and injury proofed before starting any workout.
We're fans of Mechanix Tactical Gloves and Yes4All Kettlebells.
*If you don't have kettlebells, use what you have! Dumbbells and ruck plates work just as well and the exercise form is exactly the same.
WARM UP
10 x reps | Bird Dogs | HARD COUNT |
10 x reps | Plank Hand Crossovers | HARD COUNT |
10 x reps | Toy Soldiers | HARD COUNT |
10 x reps | Bodyweight Squats | |
1 mile | WARM-UP RUCK | Slow pace to start, increasing in pace at half mile point. |
WORKOUT x 2 Rounds
12 x reps | Kettlebell Deadlift | |
12 x reps | Kettlebell Goblet Squat | |
12 x reps | Mountain Climbers | HARD COUNT |
.50 mile | FAST PACE RUCK | Carry weight in hands, arms, or across your ruck. Switch positions often. |
12 x reps | Kettlebell Swings | |
12 x reps | Kettlebell Upright Rows* | |
12 x reps | Burpee with Push-Up | |
.50 mile | KB Farmer's Carry | Wearing ruck, Farmer's Carry your KB(s) for the half mile. |
*KB Upright rows can be completed with one kettlebell as well. Hold both sides of the bell horns. Make sure shoulders stay low and elbows go no further than shoulder joint.