{"id":800175,"date":"2026-03-03T01:27:14","date_gmt":"2026-03-03T01:27:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/800175\/"},"modified":"2026-03-03T01:27:14","modified_gmt":"2026-03-03T01:27:14","slug":"at-72-oprah-swears-by-this-specific-move-for-full-body-strength-heres-why-its-so-effective","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/800175\/","title":{"rendered":"At 72, Oprah swears by this specific move for full-body strength \u2013 here\u2019s why it\u2019s so effective"},"content":{"rendered":"

Oprah Winfrey<\/a>, 72, has been vocal about her weight loss journey<\/a> in recent years, revealing that maintaining fitness, particularly through strength training, has been crucial while using GLP-1s<\/a>. Such is her love for these newfound fitness habits that she even did a 72-minute workout<\/a> to celebrate her 72nd birthday earlier this year. <\/p>\n

Now, the talk show host has taken to Instagram to share with her followers a specific strength move that has quickly become a staple in her routine: kettlebell swings. <\/p>\n

Why are kettlebell swings effective?<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u2018Kettlebell swings<\/a> are one of the most efficient movements because they combine strength, power and cardiovascular conditioning in one exercise,\u2019 says Alice Jordan<\/a>, a women\u2019s strength and hormone health coach. \u2018They target the posterior chain \u2013 glutes<\/a>, hamstrings<\/a> and lower back \u2013 which is especially important for women as we age, helping to improve posture<\/a>, reduce back pain<\/a> and support metabolism<\/a>.\u2019 <\/p>\n

Jordan adds that kettlebell swings \u2018also elevate the heart rate quickly, making them ideal for busy women who want maximum results in minimal time,\u2019 and that when incorporated into your routine correctly, they \u2018can improve fat loss<\/a>, core stability and overall functional strength, which carries over into everyday movement and injury prevention.\u2019<\/p>\n

Another key benefit that makes kettlebell swings such an effective movement for women as they age? \u2018They help build explosive strength and bone density \u2013 both crucial for women during and after menopause.\u2019<\/p>\n

How to do kettlebell swings <\/strong>\"Image<\/p>\n

It\u2019s important to take the time to properly learn the right technique \u2013 as Oprah said she did. Alongside the video she posted on Instagram of her performing the exercise, Oprah wrote \u2018I first saw other people doing kettlebell swings so skillfully that I didn\u2019t attempt them for at least a year! Now Trainer Peter is always right by my side to course correct me so I\u2019m doing them right \u2013 and I think I finally got the swing of them.\u2019<\/p>\n

Explaining how to do kettlebell swings, Jordan says that \u2018the movement should come from the hips, not the lower back or shoulders. Think about pushing your hips back, keeping your spine neutral, and then powerfully driving the hips forward. This helps target the glutes and reduces the risk of injury.\u2019<\/p>\n

When it comes to ensuring that you choose the right weight, Jordan adds that a \u2018good starting point for most women is a kettlebell between 6-10kg \u2013 but the key is that it should feel challenging enough to drive the hips forward without using the arms.\u2019 <\/p>\n

\u2018If you can easily lift it with your shoulders, it\u2019s usually too light. Many beginners actually benefit from going slightly heavier so they learn proper hip hinge mechanics,\u2019 she flags. <\/p>\n

How often to do kettlebell swings<\/p>\n

So, how often should you do the move per week? ‘For beginners, I\u2019d typically recommend starting with 2-3 sets of 10-15 reps, focusing on good technique and plenty of rest between sets,’ says Jordan. ‘The priority early on is learning the hip hinge and building confidence with the movement, rather than pushing volume too quickly.’<\/p>\n

Doing this 2-3 times per week works well for most beginners, she adds, as it ‘allows enough time to recover while still building strength, power and cardiovascular fitness.’ When your technique and fitness improve, you ‘can gradually increase either the number of sets or include swings as part of full-body workouts.’ <\/p>\n

‘It\u2019s also helpful for beginners to keep sessions relatively short and stop before fatigue affects form, as this reduces the risk of injury and helps reinforce good movement patterns.’ <\/p>\n

Common mistakes to avoid<\/strong> <\/p>\n

Jordan says common mistakes to avoid include: <\/p>\n