Kettlebell Half Kneeling Shoulder Press
Strengthen your shoulders and core! The Kettlebell Half Kneeling Shoulder Press builds functional strength and stability.
The Kettlebell Half Kneeling Shoulder Press mainly works the chest and triceps, with help from the back and core. You'll need: kettlebells.
Required Equipment
Kettlebell Half Kneeling Shoulder Press Muscles Worked
Primary
Upper Chest (pectoralis major, clavicular head); Triceps (triceps brachii)
Secondary
Lats (latissimus dorsi); Obliques
Kettlebell Half Kneeling Shoulder Press Variations and Alternatives
How to do the Kettlebell Half Kneeling Shoulder Press
Begin by kneeling on the floor, with one knee up (as if you're in a lunge position) and the other knee on the ground. Your front foot should be flat on the floor and your back shin should also be on the ground.
Hold a kettlebell by the handle in the hand on the same side as the knee that's down. Your palm should be facing forward or inward, and the kettlebell should rest against the back of your forearm.
Brace your core and make sure your spine is erect, shoulders are pulled back, and chest is up. This will be your starting position.
Press the kettlebell straight up overhead by extending your elbow. Rotate your wrist so that your palm faces forward at the top of the movement. The arm should be close to your ear with the kettlebell directly over your shoulder.
Slowly lower the kettlebell back to the starting position, maintaining control and keeping your core tight to avoid any excessive swaying or tilting.
Complete the desired number of reps on one side before switching to the other arm and knee position.
Remember to breathe out as you push the kettlebell up and breathe in as you return to the starting position.
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Kettlebell Half Kneeling Shoulder Press FAQs
What muscles does the Kettlebell Half Kneeling Shoulder Press work?
The Kettlebell Half Kneeling Shoulder Press mainly works the chest and triceps, with help from the back and core. The main muscles are the pectoralis major and triceps brachii.
What equipment do you need for the Kettlebell Half Kneeling Shoulder Press?
Kettlebells.
What workout day should the Kettlebell Half Kneeling Shoulder Press go on?
It belongs on push day in a push/pull/legs routine.
What are some Kettlebell Half Kneeling Shoulder Press variations and alternatives?
Similar exercises include the Battle-Rope Half Kneeling, Pregnancy Reverse Lunge with Half-Kneeling Pallof-Press, Alternating Dumbbell Kneeling Shoulder Press and Dumbbell Kneeling Arnold-Press.
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