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Plyo Kettlebell Pushups

Primary
Chest
Secondary
Shoulders, Triceps
Equipment
Kettlebells
Level
expert

Plyo Kettlebell Pushups demonstration

Plyo Kettlebell Pushups, starting position
Plyo Kettlebell Pushups, starting position
Plyo Kettlebell Pushups, finishing position
Plyo Kettlebell Pushups, finishing position

How to Perform

  1. 1Place a kettlebell on the floor. Place yourself in a pushup position, on your toes with one hand on the ground and one hand holding the kettlebell, with your elbows extended. This will be your starting position.
  2. 2Begin by lowering yourself as low as you can, keeping your back straight.
  3. 3Quickly and forcefully reverse direction, pushing yourself up to the other side of the kettlebell, switching hands as you do so. Continue the movement by descending and repeating the movement back and forth.

Video Tutorial

Tips & Common Mistakes

  • •Focus on controlled movements rather than speed or momentum
  • •Maintain proper breathing - exhale during the exertion phase
  • •Start with lighter weight to master the form before progressing
  • •As a compound movement, this exercise works multiple muscle groups efficiently

Muscles Worked

Front
Back
ChestShouldersTriceps

Exercise Details

Category
Strength
Force
push
Mechanic
compound
Level
expert

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Frequently Asked Questions

What muscles does Plyo Kettlebell Pushups work?

Plyo Kettlebell Pushups primarily targets the Chest. It also works the Shoulders, Triceps as secondary muscles.

What equipment do I need for Plyo Kettlebell Pushups?

Plyo Kettlebell Pushups requires Kettlebells.

Is Plyo Kettlebell Pushups suitable for beginners?

Plyo Kettlebell Pushups is classified as expert level. Beginners should master foundational movements first.

Alternatives to Plyo Kettlebell Pushups

Substitute any of these when the equipment is taken or unavailable. They train the same primary muscles.