Exercise Comparison
Alternating Floor Press vs Drop Push
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.
Drop Push
Position low boxes or other platforms 2-3 feet apart.
Move to a pushup position between them, supporting yourself by placing your hands on the boxes.
With good posture, drop from the platforms by pressing up and moving your hands to shoulder width, cushioning your landing by absorbing the impact through the arm.
Verdict
Both exercises target the chest. Alternating Floor Press is a beginner exercise using kettlebells, while Drop Push is intermediate and uses other. Choose Alternating Floor Press if you're looking for a more accessible option, or Drop Push for a greater challenge.