One-Arm Kettlebell Floor Press

An intermediate strength exercise for the chest and triceps, done with a kettlebell.

Movement guide

One-Arm Kettlebell Floor Press

Demand · source-assignedMedium (unreviewed)

Equipment requiredA kettlebell

Muscle focusChest · Triceps

Gets into position, then repeats the movement. Technical checks passed; qualified exercise review is pending.

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Make it easier or harder

Start where you can move well, then step up.

Easier option

Alternating Floor Press demonstrated on the 3D figure

3D demoAlternating Floor PressBeginner · A kettlebell

Similar move, beginner grade.

This move

One-Arm Kettlebell Floor Press demonstrated on the 3D figure

3D demoOne-Arm Kettlebell Floor PressIntermediate · A kettlebell

Intermediate grade (source-assigned).

Harder option

Bench press with bands demonstrated on the 3D figure

3D demoBench press with bandsAdvanced · A barbell + A band + A bench or box

Similar move, advanced grade.

Imported reference · editorial review pending. Clinical review is pending.

This entry comes from an external exercise database. Its instructions and difficulty have not completed our editorial or qualified clinical review.

How to move

Lie on the floor holding a kettlebell with one hand, with your upper arm supported by the floor. The palm should be facing in.
Press the kettlebell straight up toward the ceiling, rotating your wrist.
Lower the kettlebell back to the starting position and repeat.

Practice and cautions

No dose has been assigned. Any timing or repetition examples in the imported instructions are source examples, not an individualized recommendation.

Imported community instructions and difficulty labels have not been independently reviewed for technique or individual suitability. Equipment labels may include additions inferred from the setup text; check the instructions for the exact support or alternatives. Stop for sharp or increasing pain, numbness or tingling; seek qualified guidance for symptoms, unfamiliar equipment or advanced skills.

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Sources and review status

Sources support the educational description; they do not establish that this exercise is suitable for you.

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What it works

Muscles

Main: Chest. Also: Triceps.

Equipment

A kettlebell

Level

Intermediate (source-assigned, not yet reviewed). See the easier and harder options above.

Similar moves

Extended Range One-Arm Kettlebell Floor Press demonstrated on the 3D figure

3D demoExtended Range One-Arm Kettlebell Floor PressBeginner · A kettlebell

Leg-Over Floor Press demonstrated on the 3D figure

3D demoLeg-Over Floor PressIntermediate · A kettlebell

Barbell floor press demonstrated on the 3D figure

3D demoBarbell floor pressIntermediate · A barbell

Barbell bench press demonstrated on the 3D figure

3D demoBarbell bench pressIntermediate · A barbell + A bench or box

Chest press machine demonstrated on the 3D figure

3D demoChest press machineBeginner · Strength machine

Decline barbell bench press demonstrated on the 3D figure

3D demoDecline barbell bench pressIntermediate · A barbell + A bench or box

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Questions people ask

What muscles does the One-Arm Kettlebell Floor Press work?

Mainly the chest, with help from the triceps.

What equipment do I need for the One-Arm Kettlebell Floor Press?

A kettlebell.

Is the One-Arm Kettlebell Floor Press good for beginners?

It is graded intermediate. The grade comes from the source database and has not been independently reviewed. If it is too hard right now, start with the Alternating Floor Press.

What is an easier alternative to the One-Arm Kettlebell Floor Press?

Try the Alternating Floor Press. It works similar muscles at a lower grade.

How do I make the One-Arm Kettlebell Floor Press harder?

Progress to the Bench press with bands, or add load, range or slower lowering once your form is solid.