Technique
- Begin by holding a kettlebell upside down by the handle, with the bottom facing upward.
- Bring the kettlebell close to your shoulder, keeping your wrist straight and your elbow close to your body.
- Press the kettlebell upward until your arm is fully extended, maintaining the bottoms-up position.
- Control the descent of the kettlebell back to the starting position.
Form tips
- Ensure a stable grip on the kettlebell and keep your wrist firm throughout the movement.
- Engage your core muscles for stability and avoid overarching your back.
Logging: Weight used on one side. Repetitions done on one side.
Muscles
Strength
Primary
- Back
- Serratus anterior
- Shoulders
- Triceps
Secondary
- Chest
- Forearms
Individual muscles
Individual muscles
- Lower trapezius
- Serratus anterior
- Anterior deltoid
- Middle deltoid
- Triceps brachii (long head)
- Triceps brachii (medial head)
- Triceps brachii (lateral head)
Equipment
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Joint movements
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