How to do a kettlebell half-kneeling press

Upper bodyKettlebellsBeginner

Press a kettlebell overhead from a half-kneeling position — takes the legs out so your shoulder and core do the work, and cleans up your form.

How to do it

1Kneel on one knee, kettlebell in the front rack
2Press it straight overhead
3Keep your ribs down, don't arch or lean

Common mistakes

×Arching your lower back to press
×Leaning away from the weight

Muscles worked

Shoulders Core

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