This exercise involves lifting a kettlebell from the ground to the shoulder, then pressing it overhead. It is a full-body movement that targets the shoulders, back, legs, and core. It can be done with one or two kettlebells.
Type
Strength
Equipment
Kettlebell
Difficulty
Intermediate
Key Benefits
- Full body workout
- Improves strength and power in the shoulders, back, legs, and core
- Increases cardiovascular endurance
- Improves grip strength
- Enhances coordination and balance
- Can be modified for different fitness levels
- Efficient exercise that targets multiple muscle groups
How to perform
- Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and the kettlebell on the ground in front of you.
- Bend down and grab the kettlebell with one hand, keeping your back straight and your core engaged.
- Stand up, using your legs to lift the kettlebell to your shoulder.
- Rotate your wrist so that your palm is facing forward and the kettlebell is resting on the back of your wrist.
- Press the kettlebell overhead, keeping your core engaged and your arm straight.
- Lower the kettlebell back down to your shoulder.
- Rotate your wrist so that your palm is facing your body and the kettlebell is resting on the front of your wrist.
- Lower the kettlebell back down to the ground.
- Repeat for the desired number of reps, then switch hands and repeat on the other side.
FRONT VIEW
BACK VIEW
Shoulder
Primary
Triceps
Primary
Back
Primary
Abs
Primary
Hamstrings
Primary
Glutes
Primary
Calves
Primary