The Surprising Results of 90 Daily Lateral Kettlebell Swings

The author of this article decided to challenge themselves by doing 90 lateral kettlebell swings every day for a week. They found that the exercise put their core through the wringer and required significant core activation to avoid lower back pain. The lateral swings targeted the waist and oblique muscles, providing a different direction of movement and hitting muscles that are often overlooked. By the end of the week, the author's shoulders, arms, core, glutes, and hamstrings were feeling the burn. They recommend getting comfortable with Russian kettlebell swings and learning how to engage the core properly before attempting lateral swings.