Home Gym ExercisesAlphabet / ABC With Medicine Ball
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| muscles: | Deltoids |
|---|---|
| auxiliary muscles: | Pectoralis Major , Trapezius , Teres Muscles , Rectus Abdominis , Obliques |
| required: | Dumbbell or Kettlebell or Medicin Ball |
| fitness level: | Normal |
| exercise type: | Strength, Cardio |
General And Specifics
- this exercise strengthens the shoulders and the rotator cuff
Starting Position
- grasp your medicine ball with both hands (alternatively a dumbbell or a kettlebell)
- stand upright, the feet are shoulder width apart for more stability
- brace the abs, they will stabilize your body during the exercise
- bring the weight in front of your chest with almost fully stretched arms
Correct Execution
- draw a lying 8 into the air slowly, or draw the alphabet
- if you choose the alphabet, try to come as far as possible
- in general, this exercise takes a bit more time
tips for the workout
- the bigger the letters or the eights, the more intensive the execution
- if you have a BOSU balance trainer, you can stand on it to train the core