Exercise technique

kettlebell one arm floor press

The kettlebell one arm floor press is a unilateral chest exercise performed lying on the floor, pressing a kettlebell with one arm at a time. It targets the pectorals while also engaging the triceps and shoulders, and requires stability and control.

How do you perform this exercise?

  1. Lie flat on your back on the floor with your knees bent and feet flat on the ground.
  2. Hold the kettlebell in one hand with your palm facing towards your feet and your arm extended straight up towards the ceiling.
  3. Slowly lower the kettlebell towards your chest by bending your elbow, keeping your upper arm close to your body.
  4. Pause for a moment when the kettlebell is just above your chest, then push it back up to the starting position by extending your elbow.
  5. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions, then switch to the other arm.

Which other muscles are involved?

Triceps, Shoulders.

How do you log your sets?

How do you track progressive overload?

Source: ExerciseDB catalogue and demonstration. Related movements are options to compare, not equivalent loads or a prescribed progression.

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