One-Arm Kettlebell Military Press To The Side
How do you do an one-arm kettlebell military press to the side?
An intermediate strength exercise done with a kettlebells that mainly works the shoulders, with help from the triceps. Clean a kettlebell to your shoulder. Clean the kettlebell to your shoulder by extending through the legs and hips as you pull the kettlebell towards your shoulder. Rotate your wrist as you do so, so that the palm faces inward.
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One-Arm Kettlebell Military Press To The Side demonstration
How to Perform
- 1Clean a kettlebell to your shoulder. Clean the kettlebell to your shoulder by extending through the legs and hips as you pull the kettlebell towards your shoulder. Rotate your wrist as you do so, so that the palm faces inward. This will be your starting position.
- 2Look at the kettlebell and press it up and out until it is locked out overhead.
- 3Lower the kettlebell back to your shoulder under control and repeat. Make sure to contract your lat, butt, and stomach forcefully for added stability and strength.
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Tips & Common Mistakes
- •Focus on controlled movements rather than speed or momentum
- •Maintain proper breathing - exhale during the exertion phase
- •Start with lighter weight to master the form before progressing
- •As a compound movement, this exercise works multiple muscle groups efficiently
Muscles Worked
Exercise Details
- Category
- Strength
- Force
- push
- Mechanic
- compound
- Level
- intermediate
Exercise Variations
Frequently Asked Questions
What muscles does One-Arm Kettlebell Military Press To The Side work?
One-Arm Kettlebell Military Press To The Side primarily targets the Shoulders. It also works the Triceps as secondary muscles.
What equipment do I need for One-Arm Kettlebell Military Press To The Side?
One-Arm Kettlebell Military Press To The Side requires Kettlebells.
Is One-Arm Kettlebell Military Press To The Side suitable for beginners?
One-Arm Kettlebell Military Press To The Side is classified as intermediate level. Beginners should master foundational movements first.
Alternatives to One-Arm Kettlebell Military Press To The Side
Substitute any of these when the equipment is taken or unavailable. They train the same primary muscles.