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FULL BODY · CARDIO

Medicine Ball Overhead Throw

An explosive overhead throw using a medicine ball and safe open space.

Primary musclesGlutes, Shoulders
Secondary musclesCore, Triceps
EquipmentMedicine ball
DifficultyBeginner · Power
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How to perform

  1. Hold the ball securely and brace.
  2. Use the hips and arms to drive it overhead or backward as appropriate.
  3. Retrieve safely before repeating.

Tips

  • Control the movement and use a range you can repeat consistently.
  • Choose a load or variation that lets you keep the glutes as the intended focus.

Common mistakes

  • Using more load or speed than you can control.
  • Losing stable body position during the difficult portion.

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