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
Original Gym Log exercise illustrations will be added in the next media phase.
For now, the database focuses on accurate, original written guidance.
For now, the database focuses on accurate, original written guidance.
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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