Kettlebell Press

The Kettlebell Press primarily works the Anterior Deltoid, Triceps (Lateral Head), Triceps (Long Head), with secondary activation of the Lateral Deltoid, Pectoralis Major (Clavicular), Serratus Anterior and stabilizer support from the Erector Spinae, Gluteus Maximus, Rectus Abdominis, Transverse Abdominis. It is a kettlebell compound exercise at intermediate difficulty.

Press a kettlebell from shoulder height to overhead with one arm while standing.

EquipmentKettlebell
DifficultyIntermediate
TypeCompound
MovementVertical Push
ForcePush
LateralityUnilateral
PrimaryAnterior Deltoid, Triceps (Lateral Head), Triceps (Long Head)
SecondaryLateral Deltoid, Pectoralis Major (Clavicular), Serratus Anterior

Muscles Worked

Front
Back
Primary Secondary Stabilizer

Primary Muscles

Secondary Muscles

Stabilizer Muscles

Instructions

  1. Preparation: Stand or sit with upright posture. Grasp kettlebell by the handle with firm grip. Execution: Press weight overhead until arms are fully extended. Lower weight back to shoulder level under control. Repeat. Comments: Perform equal reps on each side.

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