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kettlebell alternating press on floor

kettlebell alternating press on floor is a common strength training exercise. Below are form tips, steps, and demos.

Steps

Step 1

Start by lying on your back on the floor with your knees bent and feet flat on the ground.

Step 2

Hold a kettlebell in each hand, with your palms facing towards your feet and your arms extended straight up towards the ceiling.

Step 3

Lower one kettlebell down towards your shoulder while keeping the other kettlebell extended straight up.

Step 4

Press the lowered kettlebell back up to the starting position while simultaneously lowering the other kettlebell down towards your shoulder.

Muscles & body parts

Primary muscles

pectorals

Secondary muscles

shoulderstriceps

Primary body parts

chest

Common mistakes & warnings

Form & control

Avoid momentum and excessive swing; keep core stable; match breath to movement; control the eccentric phase.

Control breathing and core; keep a steady tempo.

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