Exercise Comparison
Alternating Kettlebell Press vs One-Arm Kettlebell Split Snatch
Side-by-Side
Muscle Analysis
Shared
Only in Alternating Kettlebell Press
Only in One-Arm Kettlebell Split Snatch
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.
One-Arm Kettlebell Split Snatch
Hold a kettlebell in one hand by the handle.
Squat towards the floor, and then reverse the motion, extending the hips, knees, and finally the ankles, to raise the kettlebell overhead.
After fully extending the body, descend into a lunge position to receive the weights overhead, one leg forward and one leg back. Ensure you drive through with your hips and lock the ketttlebells overhead in one uninterrupted motion.
Return to a standing position, holding the weight overhead, and bring the feet together. Lower the weight to return to the starting position.
Verdict
Both exercises target the shoulders. Alternating Kettlebell Press is a intermediate exercise using kettlebells, while One-Arm Kettlebell Split Snatch is expert and uses kettlebells. Choose Alternating Kettlebell Press if you're looking for a more accessible option, or One-Arm Kettlebell Split Snatch for a greater challenge.