How to do it
Distribute your weight evenly across both feet throughout the set.
- 1
Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, holding a kettlebell in one hand.
- 2
Extend your arm overhead with the kettlebell behind your head, elbow bent.
- 3
Straighten your arm to lift the kettlebell overhead, keeping your elbow in place.
- 4
Lower the kettlebell back to the starting position.
- 5
Complete the desired number of repetitions before switching arms.
Expert tip
Keep your upper arm close to your head and your elbow pointing straight up to effectively target the triceps muscle.
Common mistakes
- ✕Letting the elbow drift during reps
- ✕Excessively arching the lower back
- ✕Bending the wrist under the load