Kettlebell Chest Press

Muscle Groups: Chest

Kettlebell Chest Press focuses on Chest, with Shoulders, Triceps working as supporting muscles.

How to Perform

Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Kettlebell Chest Press with proper form and technique.

  1. 1

    Grab a pair of kettlebells and lie on your back on a flat bench. With your arms fully extended, hold the kettlebells directly above your chest with your palms facing each other.

  2. 2

    Lower the kettlebells slowly to the sides or your chest, tucking your elbows close to your body so they create a 45-degree angle in the bottom position. Pause, then press the kettlebells back to the starting position.

Tips for Success

These tips will help you perform Kettlebell Chest Press safely and effectively while maintaining proper form.

  • Keep the elbows close to your sides throughout the exercise.

  • Keep your wrists straight with the kettlebells resting on the back of your arms throughout the movement.

Secondary Muscles

While Kettlebell Chest Press primarily targets Chest , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Shoulders, Triceps . Engaging these secondary muscles helps stabilize your body throughout the exercise, improves overall coordination, and contributes to balanced muscle development.

Related Exercises

If you enjoyed Kettlebell Chest Press, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.

These exercises work the same primary muscles as Kettlebell Chest Press, making them excellent alternatives for variety in your training program or complementary movements to include in the same workout session. Mixing different exercises that target similar muscle groups helps prevent plateaus, reduces overuse injuries, and keeps your workouts engaging and effective.

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