Exercise

Alternating Kettlebell Press

Also known as: kb alternating press, single arm kb press, kettlebell military press alternating

Alternating Kettlebell Press — position 2

Alternating Kettlebell Press is a compound exercise for the shoulders. Main target: anterior deltoid. Also works: triceps lateral head, triceps long head and traps. Equipment: kettlebell.

EquipmentKettlebell

TypeCompound (multi-joint)

MovementPush

CategoryStrength

Muscles worked

Primary

Anterior deltoid

Secondary

Triceps lateral head Triceps long head Traps

How to do it

Clean two kettlebells to your shoulders. Clean the kettlebells to your shoulders by extending through the legs and hips as you pull the kettlebells towards your shoulders. Rotate your wrists as you do so.
Press one directly overhead by extending through the elbow, turning it so the palm faces forward while holding the other kettlebell stationary .
Lower the pressed kettlebell to the starting position and immediately press with your other arm.