How to perform Kettlebell Arnold Press with proper form
Starting Position
- Stand with feet shoulder-width apart.
- Hold a kettlebell in each hand at chest level.
- Palms should face you (neutral grip).
Execution
- Engage your core and maintain a slight bend in your knees.
- Press the kettlebells upwards in a forward motion, rotating your wrists so that palms face outward at the top.
- At the top of the press, arms should be fully extended overhead.
- Rotate your wrists back to the starting position (palms facing you) as you lower the kettlebells back to chest level.
Key Points
- Keep your elbows close to your body during the movement.
- Maintain a neutral spine throughout the exercise.
- Control the movement, especially when lowering the kettlebells.
Common Mistakes
- Arching the back excessively.
- Using momentum instead of muscle control.
- Letting elbows drift away from the body during the press.
Ensure proper form to maximize effectiveness and reduce the risk of injury.
Exercises

Arnold Press, Dumbbell
Type: Upper, Push
Target: Shoulders
Synergist: Chest, Triceps

Arnold Press, Kettlebell
Type: Upper, Push
Target: Shoulders
Synergist: Chest, Triceps

Around The World, Dumbbell
Type: Core
Target: Shoulders, Chest
Synergist: Back

Ball Slams, Medicine Ball
Type: Core, Upper
Target: Shoulders, Back
Synergist: Chest, Abs

Battle Ropes, Bodyweight
Type: Upper, Core
Target: Shoulders
Synergist: Biceps, Forearms, Back

Behind The Neck Press, Barbell
Type: Upper, Push
Target: Shoulders
Synergist: Triceps

Behind The Neck Press, Smith Machine
Type: Upper, Push
Target: Shoulders
Synergist: Triceps

Behind The Neck Press, Band
Type: Upper, Push
Target: Shoulders
Synergist: Triceps

Clean, Barbell
Type: Upper, Lower, Push
Target: Glutes, Hamstrings, Quadriceps, Back, Shoulders
Synergist: Calves, Biceps, Chest, Forearms

Clean and Jerk, Barbell
Type: Upper, Lower, Push
Target: Glutes, Hamstrings, Quadriceps, Back, Shoulders
Synergist: Calves, Biceps, Chest, Forearms

Deadlift High Pull, Barbell
Type: Upper, Lower, Pull
Target: Shoulders, Glutes, Quadriceps
Synergist: Hamstrings, Biceps, Forearms, Calves, Back

Face Pull, Band
Type: Upper, Pull
Target: Shoulders
Synergist: Biceps, Forearms, Back

Front Raise, Barbell
Type: Upper, Push
Target: Shoulders
Synergist: Chest

Front Raise, Cable
Type: Upper, Push
Target: Shoulders
Synergist: Chest

Front Raise, Dumbbell
Type: Upper, Push
Target: Shoulders
Synergist: Chest

Front Raise, Band
Type: Upper, Push
Target: Shoulders
Synergist: Chest

Front Raise, Bodyweight
Type: Upper, Push
Target: Shoulders
Synergist: Chest

Kettlebell Swing, Dumbbell
Type: Upper, Lower, Core
Target: Shoulders, Glutes
Synergist: Hamstrings, Chest, Calves

Kettlebell Swing, Kettlebell
Type: Upper, Lower, Core
Target: Shoulders, Glutes
Synergist: Hamstrings, Chest, Calves

Lateral Raise, Cable
Type: Upper, Push
Target: Shoulders
Synergist: Chest