How to Do Kettlebell Shoulder Press Exercises

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By Luke Roberts
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Kettlebell exercises are a terrific alternative to free weights. They can be used at home and often more can be accomplished with a kettlebell than a single dumbell of the same weight. In addition to the direct benefit of the exercise, kettlebells incorporate more muscles than free weights, due to balance and stablitiy challenges, thus making them a great alternative workout. Kettlebell shoulder presses can make a great alternative or replacement for any type of overhead barbell or dumbell presses.

Difficulty: Moderately Challenging

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

Kettlebell

Step 1

With feet shoulder width apart, straddle a kettlebell of moderate weight.
Step 2

By bending knees, grasp kettlebell firmly in one hand.
Step 3

Using an explosive pull, clean the kettlebell to the shoulder.
Step 4

Keeping the core tight and wrist locked, extend kettlebell upwards. During this phase eye contact should be maintained on the kettlebell.
Step 5

Lower kettlebell back to shoulder. Either immediately thrust the kettlebell upwards again, or repeat full movement from the ground.