Medicine Ball Half Kneeling Chest Push Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Pectoralis Major Sternal Head
- Equipment
- Medicine Ball
- Body Part
- Chest
- Primary Muscle
- Pectoralis Major Sternal Head
- Secondary Muscles
- Rectus Abdominis, Triceps Brachii, Deltoid Anterior
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5
- Alternate Names
- Half Kneeling Medicine Ball Push
How to: Medicine Ball Half Kneeling Chest Push
- Start in a half-kneeling position, one knee on the ground with the other foot in front.
- Hold the medicine ball with both hands at chest level.
- Engage your core and push the ball straight out in front of you, extending your elbows.
- Return to the starting position and repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Using excessive weight without proper form.
- Not maintaining a straight alignment from head to knee.
- Allowing the torso to rotate excessively during the movement.
Modifications
- Perform the exercise without the medicine ball to reduce difficulty.
- Use a lighter medicine ball or perform a static hold instead of pushing.
Tips
- Keep your core engaged to stabilize your torso while pushing.
- Ensure your elbow does not drop below your shoulder during the push.
- Focus on controlled movements rather than speed.
Medicine Ball Half Kneeling Chest Push Alternatives
Tags
chest
strength
medicine ball
core stability
intermediate
push