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Kettlebell bent press

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Kettlebell bent press is a compound kettlebell exercise for the abs, also working the front delts, triceps, and obliques.

What it works

Primary muscle

Abs

Also works

Front deltsTricepsObliques

Equipment
Kettlebell
Type
Compound · Push
Logged as
Weight × reps
Suggested rest
2 min

How to do it

  1. 1Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, holding a kettlebell in your right hand.
  2. 2Bend your knees slightly and press the kettlebell overhead with your right arm, keeping your elbow locked.
  3. 3Rotate your torso to the left, shifting your weight onto your left foot.
  4. 4Bend your left knee and lower your torso towards the ground, keeping your right arm extended overhead.
  5. 5As you lower, keep your eyes on the kettlebell and your chest lifted.
  6. 6Once your left hand touches the ground, push through your left foot and straighten your left leg, driving your hips forward.
  7. 7As you drive your hips forward, use your core and right arm to press the kettlebell back up to the starting position.
  8. 8Repeat for the desired number of repetitions, then switch sides.

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