Kettlebell Fly

Muscle Groups: Chest

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

How to Perform

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

  1. 1

    Lie on your back on a bench with a kettlebell in each hand, arms extended above your chest with a slight bend in your elbows.

  2. 2

    Slowly lower the kettlebells out to your sides in a wide arc, keeping your elbows slightly bent and your wrists straight.

  3. 3

    Raise the kettlebells back together above your chest, squeezing your chest muscles at the top of the movement.

Tips for Success

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

  • Keep your back flat against the bench to avoid strain.

  • Avoid lowering the kettlebells too far to prevent shoulder injury.

  • Always control the weights; don’t let them drop quickly.

Secondary Muscles

While Kettlebell Fly primarily targets Chest , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Shoulders . 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 Fly, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.

These exercises work the same primary muscles as Kettlebell Fly, 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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