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Seesaw Kettlebell Press

IntermediateStrengthTier T3

Hold two kettlebells in the front rack position against your chest. Press one kettlebell up while the other arm lowers in a controlled way, like a see-saw. Finish the press on one side, then reverse.

Targets: Shoulder

Stop if

Choose an easier exercise if pain reaches 6 out of 10 or becomes sharp. Stop and rest if pain reaches 8 out of 10.

This is the general ClapMove rule. This exercise has no extra stop rule of its own.

  • Pain 6 out of 10 or more: choose an easier exercise.
  • Pain 8 out of 10 or more: stop and rest.

Equipment needed

  • Works at home
  • Works at the gym

kettlebells

Home Options

  • kettlebell

Dosage

3

Sets

8

Reps / Time

60 sec

Rest

controlled

Tempo

Step-by-Step Guide

Set up

  • Hold two kettlebells secured in the front rack against the chest.
  • Stand ready to press one arm up as the other comes down.
  1. She stands tall with both kettlebells racked against the front of her chest, elbows tucked down, forearms near vertical.

    Step 1 of 5

    Hold both kettlebells secured in the front rack position against the chest.

  2. Her right arm drives its kettlebell upward past her head height while her left bell begins lowering from the rack, both in motion.

    Step 2 of 5

    Press one kettlebell up while the other arm starts to come down in a controlled manner.

  3. Her right bell approaches lockout overhead while her left bell nears the rack, the arms passing through the middle of their exchange.

    Step 3 of 5

    Keep both arms in constant motion like a see-saw, crossing through their exchange.

  4. Her right arm is fully extended overhead with its bell while her left bell has settled back into the front rack, the pattern ready to reverse.

    Step 4 of 5

    Complete the press on one side with the other bell returned to the rack, ready to reverse.

  5. She stands tall with both kettlebells racked against the front of her chest, elbows tucked down, forearms near vertical.

    Step 5 of 5

    Hold both kettlebells secured in the front rack position against the chest.

Safety Information

One arm pushes up while the other arm comes down in a controlled manner, both arms in constant motion. Anyone with a shoulder, elbow, wrist, hip, back or balance problem should ask a physical therapist or physician before attempting this exercise and stop at pain or dizziness. Stop if the exercise causes pain or you become unwell. Seek appropriate professional advice about symptoms or suitability.

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