Kettlebell Lunge Clean and Press Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Gluteus Maximus
- Equipment
- Kettlebell
- Body Part
- Hips, Shoulders, Thighs
- Primary Muscle
- Gluteus Maximus
- Secondary Muscles
- Pectoralis Major Clavicular Head, Soleus, Serratus Anterior, Deltoid Lateral, Adductor Magnus, Deltoid Anterior, Quadriceps
- Intensity
- high
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 8
- Alternate Names
- Kettlebell Clean and Press
How to: Kettlebell Lunge Clean and Press
- Start standing with your feet shoulder-width apart, holding a kettlebell in one hand.
- Step forward with one leg into a lunge while lowering the kettlebell to the ground near your foot.
- Drive through your front heel to stand back up while simultaneously cleaning the kettlebell to shoulder height.
- Press the kettlebell overhead until your arm is fully extended, then lower it back to the shoulder.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions and switch sides.
Common Mistakes
- Arching the back during the lift.
- Not keeping the kettlebell close to your body.
- Using too much momentum.
Modifications
- Use a lighter kettlebell.
- Perform the clean and press without lunging initially.
Tips
- Maintain a straight back throughout the movement.
- Engage your core to protect your lower back.
- Focus on controlled movements rather than speed.
Kettlebell Lunge Clean and Press Alternatives
Tags
kettlebell
strength
hip
shoulder
full body
intermediate