Medicine Ball Step Behind Rotational Throw Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Core
- Equipment
- Medicine Ball
- Body Part
- Plyometrics
- Primary Muscle
- Core
- Secondary Muscles
- Deltoids, Latissimus Dorsi, Obliques
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5
- Alternate Names
- Rotational Medicine Ball Toss, Medicine Ball Twist Throw
Visualised Target Muscle Groups
Front
Back
How to: Medicine Ball Step Behind Rotational Throw
- Start with your feet shoulder-width apart and hold a medicine ball at chest level.
- Take a step back with one foot and rotate your torso to the opposite side.
- As you shift your weight back, throw the medicine ball with a rotational motion.
- Follow through with your torso and hips, aiming for a target.
Common Mistakes
- Not engaging the core properly.
- Using too much momentum instead of proper form.
- Failing to rotate the hips and torso fully.
Modifications
- Perform the throw with a lighter medicine ball.
- Decrease the range of motion if you feel discomfort.
Tips
- Engage your core throughout the movement.
- Keep your knees slightly bent for stability.
- Ensure to pivot on your back foot for a full rotation.
Medicine Ball Step Behind Rotational Throw Alternatives
Tags
core
strength
plyometrics
medicine ball
sports
rotation
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