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Exercise Details

Target Muscle Group

Shoulders

Equipment Required

Medicine Ball

Experience Level

Intermediate

Force Type

Push

Secondary Muscles

Triceps, Abs, Chest

Exercise Description

The standing overhead medicine ball throw builds explosive shoulder power and core strength. It combines cardio with strength training for athletic performance.

How To

1. Stand with feet shoulder-width apart, holding a medicine ball at chest level with both hands. 2. Engage your core and lift the medicine ball straight overhead with extended arms. 3. Using your entire body, slam the standing overhead medicine ball throw down in front of you with maximum force. 4. Let the ball bounce once, then squat down to pick it up while keeping your back straight. 5. Return to starting position and repeat the standing overhead medicine ball throw for desired reps.

Form Tips

• Keep your core tight throughout the entire standing overhead medicine ball throw movement to protect your lower back. • Use your legs and hips to generate power, not just your arms and shoulders. • Follow through completely on the throw - don't hold back at the bottom. • Land the standing overhead medicine ball throw about 2 feet in front of your toes for best results.

Common Mistakes

• Throwing the ball too close to your feet, which can cause it to bounce back and hit you. • Rounding your back when picking up the ball after each standing overhead medicine ball throw rep. • Using only arm strength instead of engaging your whole body during the standing overhead medicine ball throw.

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