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Exercise Details

Target Muscle Group

Obliques

Equipment Required

Medicine Ball

Experience Level

Intermediate

Force Type

Rotation

Secondary Muscles

Abs, Shoulders

Exercise Description

The rotational med ball step behind shot put exercise builds explosive rotational power while strengthening your obliques. It mimics athletic throwing motions to improve core stability.

How To

1. Stand with feet shoulder-width apart, holding a medicine ball at chest height with both hands 2. Step your right foot behind and across your left leg while rotating your torso to the left for the rotational med ball step behind shot put 3. Keep your arms extended as you pivot on your left foot and throw the ball explosively forward 4. Follow through with your right arm crossing over your body as you complete the rotational med ball step behind shot put motion 5. Retrieve the ball and repeat on the opposite side, stepping left foot behind right leg

Form Tips

• Keep your core tight throughout the entire rotational med ball step behind shot put movement to protect your spine • Step deep behind your planted leg to create maximum rotation and power • Let your hips lead the movement during the rotational med ball step behind shot put for better force transfer • Keep your eyes focused on your target throughout the throwing motion

Common Mistakes

• Rushing the step behind motion in the rotational med ball step behind shot put reduces power and balance • Throwing with just your arms instead of using your whole body rotation • Not following through completely during the rotational med ball step behind shot put limits the training effect

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