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StrengthKettlebell

Kettlebell Half Kneeling One Arm Bottoms-up Press

Intensity
6–10 reps
MET
3.5energy expenditure
Type
Strength

Target muscles

  • Shoulders100%
Language:RUEN

How to do it

Press your kneeling-leg shin straight down to anchor your base during each rep.

  1. 1

    Begin in a half-kneeling position with your right knee up and left knee on the floor.

  2. 2

    Hold a kettlebell in your right hand in the bottoms-up position at shoulder height.

  3. 3

    Press the kettlebell straight up overhead, locking out your elbow and keeping your wrist straight.

  4. 4

    Lower the kettlebell back to the starting position with control.

  5. 5

    Repeat for the desired number of repetitions before switching sides.

Expert tip

Keep your wrist straight and your core tight throughout the movement to stabilize the kettlebell in the bottoms-up position.

Common mistakes

  • ✕Letting the kettlebell tilt out of vertical
  • ✕Pressing the bell forward instead of overhead
  • ✕Shrugging the shoulder toward the ear
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