Medicine Ball Catch and Overhead Throw Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Latissimus Dorsi
- Equipment
- Medicine Ball
- Body Part
- Back
- Primary Muscle
- Latissimus Dorsi
- Secondary Muscles
- Pectoralis Major Clavicular Head, Triceps Brachii, Rectus Abdominis, Teres Major, Deltoid Anterior
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 4
- Alternate Names
- Medicine Ball Overhead Throw
How to: Medicine Ball Catch and Overhead Throw
- Stand with feet shoulder-width apart, holding a medicine ball at chest level.
- Squat slightly, then explosively extend your arms and throw the ball upwards and backward.
- As you throw, follow through with your arms and engage your core.
- Catch the ball upon its return, using your legs and core to absorb the movement.
Common Mistakes
- Using excessive body momentum instead of controlled movement.
- Not following through with the throw, leading to an incomplete movement.
Modifications
- Use a lighter medicine ball if you're a beginner.
- Perform the exercise seated if you have balance issues.
Tips
- Maintain a strong grip on the medicine ball.
- Ensure to engage your core for better stability during the throw.
Medicine Ball Catch and Overhead Throw Alternatives
Tags
back
strength
medicine ball
core
overhead throw
upper body