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Kettlebell Lunge Press
A combination exercise pressing a kettlebell overhead with one arm while lunging, training legs, shoulders, and core.
What this exercise works
- Muscles
- anterior deltoid · gluteus maximus · quadriceps · hamstrings · rectus abdominis · triceps brachii
- Goals
- hypertrophy · strength
- Equipment
- Kettlebell
- Category
- Strength
- Difficulty
- intermediate
Demonstration
Step 1
Step 2
How to perform the movement
- Hold a kettlebell at shoulder height with one arm.
- Step forward into a lunge with the opposite leg.
- As you lunge, press the kettlebell overhead.
- Lock out the arm at the top of the press.
- Step back to standing while lowering the kettlebell.
- Complete reps on one side, then switch.
Technique cues and common mistakes
- Brace your core to resist leaning toward the loaded side.
- Keep your front knee tracking in line with your toes.
- Avoid arching your back as you lock out overhead.