This exercise involves lying on the floor with a kettlebell in one hand and pressing it upwards while keeping the other arm extended. It targets the chest, triceps, and shoulders while also engaging the core muscles for stability.
Type
Strength
Equipment
Kettlebell
Difficulty
Intermediate
Key Benefits
- Targets chest, triceps, and shoulders
- Improves upper body strength and stability
- Engages core muscles for added stability
- Can be done with one kettlebell, making it a convenient exercise for home workouts
- Allows for unilateral training, helping to correct muscle imbalances
How to perform
- Start by lying on your back with your knees bent and your feet flat on the floor.
- Hold the kettlebell in one hand with your arm extended straight up towards the ceiling.
- Slowly lower the kettlebell down towards your chest, keeping your elbow close to your body.
- Pause for a moment when the kettlebell touches your chest.
- Press the kettlebell back up towards the ceiling, extending your arm fully.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions on one side before switching to the other arm.
FRONT VIEW
BACK VIEW
Chest
Primary
Triceps
Primary
Anterior Deltoid
Primary
Abs
Primary
Lower Back
Primary