Exercise Comparison
Alternating Kettlebell Press vs Backward Medicine Ball Throw
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Muscle Analysis
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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.
Backward Medicine Ball Throw
This exercise is best done with a partner. If you lack a partner, the ball can be thrown and retrieved or thrown against a wall.
Begin standing a few meters in front of your partner, both facing the same direction. Begin holding the ball between your legs.
Squat down and then forcefully reverse direction, coming to full extension and you toss the ball over your head to your partner.
Your partner can then roll the ball back to you. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Verdict
Both exercises target the shoulders. Alternating Kettlebell Press is a intermediate exercise using kettlebells, while Backward Medicine Ball Throw is beginner and uses medicine ball. Choose Backward Medicine Ball Throw if you're looking for a more accessible option, or Alternating Kettlebell Press for a greater challenge.