Exercise Comparison
Alternating Floor Press vs Behind Head Chest Stretch
Side-by-Side
Muscle Analysis
Shared
Only in Alternating Floor Press
Instructions
Alternating Floor Press
Lie on the floor with two kettlebells next to your shoulders.
Position one in place on your chest and then the other, gripping the kettlebells on the handle with the palms facing forward.
Extend both arms, so that the kettlebells are being held above your chest. Lower one kettlebell, bringing it to your chest and turn the wrist in the direction of the locked out kettlebell.
Raise the kettlebell and repeat on the opposite side.
Behind Head Chest Stretch
Sit upright on the floor with your partner behind you.
Place your hands behind your hand, and push your elbows back as far as you can. Your partner should hold your elbows. This will be your starting position.
Gently attempt to pull your elbows forward with your hands still behind your head for 10 or more seconds. Your partner should prevent your elbows from moving.
Now, relax your muscles and have your partner gently pull the elbows back as far as it comfortable for you. Be sure to let your partner know when the stretch is adequate to prevent overstretching or injury.
Verdict
Both exercises target the chest. Alternating Floor Press is a beginner exercise using kettlebells, while Behind Head Chest Stretch is expert and uses other. Choose Alternating Floor Press if you're looking for a more accessible option, or Behind Head Chest Stretch for a greater challenge. Alternating Floor Press is a compound movement working multiple joints, making it better for overall strength. Behind Head Chest Stretch isolates the target muscle for focused development.