Medicine Ball Overhead Slam Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Latissimus Dorsi
- Equipment
- Medicine Ball
- Body Part
- Back
- Primary Muscle
- Latissimus Dorsi
- Secondary Muscles
- Pectoralis Major Clavicular Head, Pectorals, Trapezius, Rectus Abdominis, Deltoids, Deltoid Anterior
- Intensity
- high
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 8
- Alternate Names
- Overhead Medicine Ball Slam
How to: Medicine Ball Overhead Slam
- Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, holding the medicine ball above your head.
- Engage your core and bend your knees slightly.
- Explode upwards and slam the ball down onto the ground, using the core and legs to generate power.
- Catch the ball on the bounce and repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Bending at the waist instead of the knees.
- Throwing the ball too hard and losing control.
- Not engaging the core.
Modifications
- Use a lighter medicine ball.
- Perform the slam with knees slightly bent to reduce impact.
Tips
- Engage your core throughout the movement.
- Use a controlled motion to avoid injury.
- Focus on using your legs to generate power.
Medicine Ball Overhead Slam Alternatives
Tags
back
strength
full body
medicine ball
power
explosive movement