Exercise library
Shoulders
Kettlebell Push Press
- Primary muscle
- Shoulders
- Also works
- Triceps, Quads
- Equipment
- Kettlebell
- Movement pattern
- Vertical push
- Role in a program
- Primary
How to do it
Hold a kettlebell in the rack position and dip slightly at the knees. Drive up with the legs and press the bell overhead to lockout, then lower under control. The leg drive helps move heavier loads or grind out extra reps.
Video demo coming soon.
Similar & swap-friendly exercises
Missing the equipment, or does this one aggravate something today? These also train the shoulders — pick a substitute that feels strong and pain-free. For an actual injury, get it assessed by a professional.
- Kettlebell Overhead PressKettlebellVertical push
- Single-Arm Kettlebell Shoulder PressKettlebellVertical push
- Arnold PressDumbbellVertical push
- Band Front RaiseBandVertical push
- Band Lateral RaiseBandVertical push
- Band Overhead PressBandVertical push
No-equipment alternatives
Training at home or on the road — bodyweight options for the shoulders: