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Push Press

Upper body

A short dip and drive from the knees, then press the weight overhead – allows more load than a strict press.

Goal: Muscle

Explainer video: coming soon

Equipment variants

• Kettlebell (one or two)

• Dumbbells (one or two)

Easier and harder

• Make it easier

  Reduce the dip; press more, drive less.

  Previous level: Strict Press

• Make it harder

  Time the leg drive; receive the bell locked out overhead.

  Next level: Clean and Press

Progression path: Overhead Press Progression (level 3)

Used in

Three Pillars

Train at your own pace and listen to your body – stop right away if anything hurts. Every exercise can be made easier or harder.