Kettlebell Plyo Pushup Exercise Guide

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Exercise Profile

Target
Pectoralis Major
Equipment
Kettlebell
Body Part
Chest
Primary Muscle
Pectoralis Major
Secondary Muscles
Triceps Brachii, Deltoid Anterior, Pectoralis Major Clavicular Head
Intensity
high
Category
strength
Skill Level
intermediate
Estimated Calories
8
Alternate Names
Kettlebell Plyometric Push-up

Visualised Target Muscle Groups

Front

Body muscles front

Back

Body muscles back

How to: Kettlebell Plyo Pushup

  1. Start in a push-up position with your hands on the kettlebells.
  2. Lower your body towards the floor while keeping your elbows close to your sides.
  3. Push up explosively, lifting your hands off the kettlebells briefly before returning to start.

Common Mistakes

  • Arching the back instead of keeping it straight.
  • Not fully extending arms at the top of the push-up.
  • Rushing the movement and losing form.

Modifications

  • Perform the push-up on your knees for a reduced range of motion.
  • Use a lighter kettlebell or perform a traditional push-up without the kettlebell.

Tips

  • Maintain a flat back throughout the movement.
  • Engage your core for stability.
  • Perform the push-up explosively, aiming to lift your hands off the kettlebells.

Tags

chest
strength
kettlebell
pushup
plyometric
core

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