Medicine Ball Standing Overhead Throw
Description
This exercise involves standing with a medicine ball and throwing it overhead as high as possible. It primarily targets the shoulders, arms, and core muscles.
Muscle Group
Equipment Required
Medicine Ball Standing Overhead Throw Instructions
- Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, holding a medicine ball with both hands at chest level.
- Engage your core and lift the ball overhead, extending your arms fully.
- Take a step forward with one foot, shifting your weight onto that foot.
- As you step forward, forcefully throw the ball forward and down towards the ground.
- Release the ball just before it reaches the ground.
- Repeat for the desired number of reps, then switch legs and repeat on the other side.
Medicine Ball Standing Overhead Throw Form & Visual
Medicine Ball Standing Overhead Throw Benefits
- Improves upper body strength and power
- Targets the shoulders, chest, and triceps
- Engages the core muscles for stability and balance
- Increases explosive power and speed
- Improves coordination and balance
- Can be used for sport-specific training, such as basketball or volleyball
- Can be modified for different fitness levels and abilities
Medicine Ball Standing Overhead Throw Muscles Worked
- Shoulders
- Triceps
- Core
- Legs
Medicine Ball Standing Overhead Throw Variations & Alternatives
- Medicine Ball Slam
- Medicine Ball Chest Pass
- Medicine Ball Rotational Throw
- Medicine Ball Wall Throw
- Medicine Ball Russian Twist
