GymPlan AILeg-Over Floor Press
Leg-Over Floor Press is an intermediate compound kettlebell exercise that mainly works your chest, with help from your shoulders and triceps.
How to do the leg-over floor press
- Lie on the floor with one kettlebell in place on your chest, holding it by the handle. Extend leg on working side over leg on non-working side.Your free arm can be extended out to your side for support.
- Press the kettlebll into a locked out position.
- Lower the weight until the elbow touches the ground, keeping the kettlebell above the elbow. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Muscles worked
Sets and reps
For strength, do 3-5 sets of 5-8 reps with 2-3 minutes of rest. For muscle growth, 3-4 sets of 8-12 reps with 90 seconds of rest. Add a little weight when you hit the top of the range on every set.
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What muscles does the leg-over floor press work?
It mainly works your chest; your shoulders and triceps assist.
How many sets and reps of leg-over floor press should I do?
For strength, do 3-5 sets of 5-8 reps with 2-3 minutes of rest. For muscle growth, 3-4 sets of 8-12 reps with 90 seconds of rest. Add a little weight when you hit the top of the range on every set.
Is the leg-over floor press good for beginners?
It suits lifters with some experience. Beginners can start with a lighter weight or one of the alternatives below.