One arm overhead press or military press with kettlebell

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Exercise overview

Primary muscle group: Shoulders

Exercise type: Kettlebell

Exercise goal: Strength

Key metric: Weight

Average per rep (kg)*: 12

Average per rep (lbs)*: 27

Description: Starting Position: Stand with feet shoulder-width apart and a kettlebell on the floor between your feet. Bend your knees and hips to grasp the kettlebell with one hand, keeping your back straight. Clean the Kettlebell: Extend through your legs and hips to pull the kettlebell off the floor. Rotate your wrist as you lift the kettlebell toward your shoulder, making sure your palm faces inward. Stabilize: Once the kettlebell is at your shoulder, stabilize your body by contracting your lats, butt, and stomach muscles. Press Up: Look at the kettlebell and press it up and out until your arm is fully extended and locked out overhead. Lower the Kettlebell: Carefully lower the kettlebell back to your shoulder in a controlled manner. Repeat: Ensure your body remains stable, and repeat the motion for the desired number of reps.

Exercise ID: 00501

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*Remark: The average values are calculated based on exercise data from the Blaze community. For more statistics and analysis, please download the Blaze app.

One arm overhead press or military press with kettlebell

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Works on iOS 15.0 and above.