Exercise Comparison
Alternating Kettlebell Press vs Back Flyes - With Bands
Side-by-Side
Muscle Analysis
Shared
Only in Back Flyes - With Bands
Instructions
Alternating Kettlebell Press
Clean two kettlebells to your shoulders. Clean the kettlebells to your shoulders by extending through the legs and hips as you pull the kettlebells towards your shoulders. Rotate your wrists as you do so.
Press one directly overhead by extending through the elbow, turning it so the palm faces forward while holding the other kettlebell stationary .
Lower the pressed kettlebell to the starting position and immediately press with your other arm.
Back Flyes - With Bands
Run a band around a stationary post like that of a squat rack.
Grab the band by the handles and stand back so that the tension in the band rises.
Extend and lift the arms straight in front of you. Tip: Your arms should be straight and parallel to the floor while perpendicular to your torso. Your feet should be firmly planted on the floor spread at shoulder width. This will be your starting position.
As you exhale, move your arms to the sides and back. Keep your arms extended and parallel to the floor. Continue the movement until the arms are extended to your sides.
After a pause, go back to the original position as you inhale.
Repeat for the recommended amount of repetitions.
Verdict
Both exercises target the shoulders. Alternating Kettlebell Press is a intermediate exercise using kettlebells, while Back Flyes - With Bands is beginner and uses bands. Choose Back Flyes - With Bands if you're looking for a more accessible option, or Alternating Kettlebell Press for a greater challenge.