Kettlebell Alternating Press

ShoulderShoulder Strengthening
Written By David Song

KETTLEBELL ALTERNATING PRESS

This is a strengthening exercise for the shoulders. This may be completed standing up or while seated. Start with a kettlebell in each hand with the bulbous part resting on your forearms and hands resting on your chest. Raise one hand over your hands by rotating the arm externally while simultaneously pressing upwards. Slowly return the hand to starting position before alternating sides.

Muscles Involved:

  • Deltoids

  • Upper Trapezius

  • Triceps Brachii

Related Conditions:

  • Strength Training

  • Rotator Cuff Tear

  • Shoulder Impingement

  • AC Joint Sprain

  • Osteolysis of the Distal Clavicle

Exercise Equipment:

Click to Buy - Kettlebell

Click to Buy - Kettlebell

 

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