Exercise Comparison
Alternating Kettlebell Press vs Medicine Ball Scoop Throw
Side-by-Side
Muscle Analysis
Shared
Only in Alternating Kettlebell Press
Only in Medicine Ball Scoop Throw
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.
Medicine Ball Scoop Throw
Assume a semisquat stance with a medicine ball in your hands. Your arms should hang so the ball is near your feet.
Begin by thrusting the hips forward as you extend through the legs, jumping up.
As you do, swing your arms up and over your head, keeping them extended, releasing the ball at the peak of your movement. The goal is to throw the ball the greatest distance behind you.
Verdict
Both exercises target the shoulders. Alternating Kettlebell Press is a intermediate exercise using kettlebells, while Medicine Ball Scoop Throw is beginner and uses medicine ball. Choose Medicine Ball Scoop Throw if you're looking for a more accessible option, or Alternating Kettlebell Press for a greater challenge.