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kettlebell one arm military press to the side
kettlebell one arm military press to the side is a common strength training exercise. Below are form tips, steps, and demos.
Steps
Step 1. Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, holding a kettlebell in one hand at shoulder height
Step 2. Engage your core and keep your back straight
Step 3. Press the kettlebell overhead, extending your arm fully
Step 4. Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower the kettlebell back to the starting position
Step 5. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions, then switch sides.
Muscles & body parts
Primary muscles
delts
Secondary muscles
tricepscore
Primary body parts
shoulders
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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