Kettlebell Exercises to Kick Butt #1: Single-Arm Overhead Press

I love kettlebells! Their unique shape makes them easy to work with, and they're much more versatile than dumbbells. This series will look at the best exercises to do with the kettlebells, maximizing the results you get from your workouts! First up, a shoulder exercise that hits your core hard! [caption id="" align="aligncenter" width="435"] Source: bodbot.com[/caption]

Single-Arm Overhead Kettlebell Press

Stand with your feet spread shoulder width apart, kettlebell in your right hand, left hand by your side. Keep your back straight and your head up. Bring the kettlebell to your shoulder, and extend your arm directly upward. Hold at the top for a 1-count, and bring the weight back down to your shoulder. Reps as desired   What I love about this exercise is that you half-push, half-pull the weight up, so it gives your shoulder muscles a different workout than you'd get with a dumbbell. Plus, the fact that you're only using one arm means that you're forcing your core to work just to keep your balance.  

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