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How to Do Bottoms-Up Kettlebell Press — Form, Muscles & Tips

Learn how to do the Bottoms-Up Kettlebell Press: step-by-step form, muscles worked, kettlebell setup, and common mistakes. Free workout tracker included.

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How to perform this exercise

  1. Hold a kettlebell upside-down (bottoms-up) by the handle at shoulder height, elbow bent.
  2. Keep the kettlebell balanced with the bell pointing straight up — this requires significant grip and shoulder stability.
  3. Stand with feet shoulder-width apart and core engaged.
  4. Press the kettlebell straight overhead while maintaining the upside-down position.
  5. Slowly lower back to shoulder height.
  6. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions then switch sides.