FULL BODY · CARDIO
Medicine Ball Slam
A full-body power drill in which a medicine ball is forcefully thrown toward the floor.
Primary musclesCore, Shoulders
Secondary musclesLats, Glutes, Quads
EquipmentMedicine ball
DifficultyBeginner · Power
How to perform
- Stand with the ball held overhead and brace.
- Use the hips and trunk to drive the ball downward.
- Retrieve it safely and reset before repeating.
Tips
- Control the movement and use a range you can repeat consistently.
- Choose a load or variation that lets you keep the core 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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