Kettlebell Clean and Press: how to do it and muscles worked
The kettlebell clean and press mainly works your full body, with help from your shoulders. You need a kettlebell.
Muscles worked
How to do the kettlebell clean and press
- 1
Stand with feet shoulder-width apart, kettlebell between your feet. Hinge at the hips and grip the handle with one hand, back flat.
- 2
Snap your hips forward to clean the bell to your shoulder in the rack position, then press it straight overhead until your arm is locked out.
- 3
Lower the bell back to your shoulder, then let it swing down between your legs by hinging. Breathe out as you press, and switch hands after your set.
Form tip: Keep your core tight and ribs down while pressing so you do not lean back. Press strictly using your shoulder.
Common questions
- Which muscles does the kettlebell clean and press work?
- The kettlebell clean and press mainly works your full body. It also involves your shoulders.
- What equipment do I need for the kettlebell clean and press?
- You need a kettlebell.
- How many sets and reps should I do?
- A common starting point is 2 to 4 sets of 8 to 12 controlled reps, with a weight that leaves a couple of reps in reserve. Adjust it to your goal and experience, and stop if something hurts.
- How do I track the kettlebell clean and press in SweatByte?
- Add it to a routine or a workout. Log the weight and reps for each set. SweatByte shows your last session's numbers on every set, so you know what to beat.
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General information, not medical advice. Learn the movement with light weight first, and see a doctor or physiotherapist if you have an injury or pain. More guides in Learn.