Source-derived protocol · iamariankanani
5-Minute Kettlebell Grip Challenge
Perform rounds of kettlebell swings, suitcase marches and cleans continuously for 5 minutes. When you need a break, hold the bell in a goblet hold or clean position instead of setting it down, and the moment it hits the floor, the challenge is over.
5 min session4 actions
iamariankanani's principle
Five minutes, four movements, and one question: can you hold on?
Exercise routine
4 steps · repeat for 5:00
One round is every step below, in order. Repeat for 5:00.
Between rounds: When you need a break, hold the bell — goblet hold or clean position — just don't drop it.
- 1
Start the round with 10 kettlebell swings per side.
10 per side reps · each side
- 2
Go into 10 suitcase marches per side.
10 per side reps · each side
- 3
Perform 10 kettlebell cleans per side.
10 per side reps · each side
- 4
Return to 10 suitcase marches per side to complete one round.
10 per side reps · each side
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Scaling and safety
Don't
- ×The moment the bell hits the floor, it's over.
Why it works
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Don't drop the bell — dropping ends the challenge
The single governing rule: the moment the kettlebell hits the floor, the challenge is over. Resting is allowed only by holding the bell (goblet hold or clean position), never setting it down.
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Source-derived protocol
Based on “https://www.instagram.com/reel/Dcbq4SHSbew/” by iamariankanani.
- Source fidelity verifiedPassed · Oct 3, 2026
- Protocolability reviewedPassed · configurable template
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