Arnold press standing with kettlebells

For the standing variation, position your feet shoulder-width apart. Grab the kettlebells. Keep your back upright, and the lower back forms a slight arch. Engage your abdominal muscles and glutes. To stand stably, shift your hips slightly forward. Hold the kettlebells in your hands, directly in front of your shoulders in the starting position. Choose a neutral grip, with the palms facing toward your upper body.

Movement execution

Now you are ready to perform the Arnold Press standing with kettlebells. Exhale and begin to rotate your hands by 180 degrees, so the palms face away from you. In a smooth motion, press the kettlebells upward until your arms are nearly fully extended. There is only a slight bend in the elbows. After a brief pause, return the arms to the starting position and reverse the 180-degree rotation.

Stressed muscles and common mistakes

Further insights into the activated muscle groups and commonly made mistakes during the Standing Arnold Press with Kettlebells can be found on the dedicated page for the Arnold Press.

Alternative variants to the Arnold press standing with kettlebells

For more versatility in your training, consider exploring similar exercises or other versions of the Arnold Press in a standing position with kettlebells.