Kettlebell overhead press — Form
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Kettle Bell

Upper body

Kettlebell overhead press

Suggested start: 2–3 sets · 8–12 reps per arm · rest 2 min between sets

Repetitions
Overhead positionKettlebell
Standing single-arm kettlebell press at the top, bell behind the wrist; working shoulder and triceps highlighted coral.
Working shoulder & triceps

Press one kettlebell from the shoulder to overhead while keeping your trunk steady. Work each arm separately.

How to do it

  1. Bring the bell to your shoulder

    Use both hands to guide it into the working hand, bell resting against the forearm and elbow close.

  2. Stand steady

    Set feet hip-width apart, brace your middle and keep your wrist straight.

  3. Press overhead

    Extend your arm upward without leaning sideways or arching your back. Keep legs still.

  4. Return to the rack

    Lower beside your shoulder with control. Set the bell down before changing sides.

Find your form

Keep in mind

  • Keep your ribs over your pelvis.
  • Use a weight you can control overhead.

Watch out for

  • Bending your wrist backward.
  • Using a leg dip to launch the bell.

Movement references

ACE · Single-arm overhead press (opens in a new tab)