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Double Kettlebell Push Press

How to do the Double Kettlebell Push Press with correct form, the muscles it works, and where it fits a training plan you actually stick to.

CompoundKettlebellsIntermediatePush
Primary muscles

Shoulders

Secondary

Calves, Quads, Triceps

Equipment

Kettlebells

Step by step

How to do the Double Kettlebell Push Press

  1. 1

    Clean two kettlebells to your shoulders.

  2. 2

    Squat down a few inches and reverse the motion rapidly. Use the momentum from the legs to drive the kettlebells overhead.

  3. 3

    Once the kettlebells are locked out, lower the kettlebells to your shoulders and repeat.

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FAQ

Double Kettlebell Push Press: common questions

What muscles does the Double Kettlebell Push Press work?

The Double Kettlebell Push Press primarily works the Shoulders. It also recruits the Calves, Quads and Triceps as supporting muscles.

Is the Double Kettlebell Push Press suitable for beginners?

The Double Kettlebell Push Press is an intermediate-level exercise. It's best once you've built a base of general strength and movement control, beginners can work up to it.

What equipment do I need for the Double Kettlebell Push Press?

To do the Double Kettlebell Push Press you'll need one or more kettlebells.

Is the Double Kettlebell Push Press a compound or isolation exercise?

The Double Kettlebell Push Press is a compound exercise, it moves multiple joints and works several muscle groups at once, which makes it efficient for building overall strength.

How do I do the Double Kettlebell Push Press with correct form?

Clean two kettlebells to your shoulders. Follow the full step-by-step above for the complete movement.

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