Kettlebell Sit-up Press Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Rectus Abdominis
- Equipment
- Kettlebell
- Body Part
- Waist
- Primary Muscle
- Rectus Abdominis
- Secondary Muscles
- Deltoid Anterior, Obliques
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 6.5
- Alternate Names
- Kettlebell Press-Up, Sit-Up Press with Kettlebell
How to: Kettlebell Sit-up Press
- Start by lying on your back with your knees bent and feet flat on the floor.
- Hold a kettlebell at chest level with both hands.
- Engage your core and lift your body into a sitting position, pressing the kettlebell overhead as you rise.
- Lower back down slowly while keeping the kettlebell above your chest.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Lifting with the neck instead of the core.
- Not controlling the descent back to the ground.
- Using excessive weight leading to improper form.
Modifications
- Perform the exercise with one leg bent to reduce difficulty.
- Use a lighter kettlebell.
Tips
- Engage your core throughout the movement.
- Keep your back straight and avoid straining your neck.
- Begin with a lighter kettlebell if you're unsure about your form.
Kettlebell Sit-up Press Alternatives
Tags
strength
abs
kettlebell
core
press
fitness