Kettlebell Press

Classification

Utility:	Basic
Mechanics:	Compound
Force:	Push

Instructions

Preparation

Take kettlebell from rack or clean from floor and position in front of chest with kettlebell against outside of arm. Stand with feet slightly wider than shoulder's width apart.

Execution

Press kettlebell upward until arm is extended overhead. Lower to front of chest and repeat. Reposition kettlebell to opposite arm and continue.

Comments

Keep arm close to body in bottom position. Wrist supporting kettlebell should be kept straight. Also see Dumbbell One Arm Shoulder Press.

Force (Articulation)

Dynamic

Shoulder
- Abduction
- Flexion
Scapula & Clavicle
- Upward Rotation
Elbow
- Extension

Static

Spine (Thoracic, Lumbar)
Wrist
- Flexion

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