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A GUIDE TO MEDICINE BALLS
Medicine balls have a long history as effective fitness tools. Having evolved far beyond their humble
beginnings as animal skins filled with sand, the modern medicine ball offers a wealth of benefits to
including:
By elevating circuits or sequences of movement with a medicine ball, you can add weight to already
challenging motions. Medicine balls can help fitness buffs develop explosive power for use in other
workouts. For example, by incorporating a squat and ball throw together, you will be developing the
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A medicine ball is an essential addition to any sports warm-up. Athletes often replace their typical ball
— such as a basketball — with a medicine ball to boost their speed and increase the accuracy of
repetitive movements. Fitness lovers of any level can incorporate this strategy into their workouts.
Slowing down any motion with the weight of a medicine ball causes you to focus on the movement
and build proper technique. Try this at home by throwing and catching the ball against a rebounder or
with a partner. You’ll quickly gain increased coordination and flexibility — along with speed
Using a medicine ball kicks your core muscles into high gear. The extra weight will fire up your core
regardless of the type of exercise — resulting in an effective full-body workout that will burn more
Medicine balls are an essential tool for helping patients recover from injury. Because of the way the
balls engage the whole body without placing an excess load on your joints, they provide an impactful
but gentle way to help your body build endurance after an injury or setback. Medicine balls are a
popular tool for patients recovering from knee, shoulder, and even spinal injuries. During recovery,
they are a powerful tool for anyone looking to boost their strength, overall fitness, coordination, and
flexibility. This versatile piece of equipment can be used with a partner or solo. We love that medicine
balls can be used for a wide variety of exercises, from Russian twists to crunches to lunges.
Because medicine balls add weight to your workout, it is important to spend time focusing on your
form to avoid injury. As with any workout, always start with a thorough warm-up. Here are a few more
safety tips:
Choose a ball with the appropriate weight for your fitness level.
Always bend your knees and keep a straight spine when bending to pick up a medicine ball.
For grounded exercises, make sure your lower back is touching the ground before you start.
exercises you can explore! Now that you know the basics about medicine balls, try these eight
1. MOUNTAIN CLIMBERS
No matter which version you use, mountain climbers offer full-body benefits — but adding a medicine
ball can help take your mountain climbers to new heights. To execute mountain climbers with a
medicine ball:
Carefully lift yourself into a plank position with your hands still on the ball.
Keep your spine and neck straight and engage your core muscles.
Push your right knee up to your chest before placing it back down.
Medicine ball circles may look and sound simple, but this exercise will set your shoulders on fire in no
time. Make the most of this exercise by moving slowly and maintaining constant control. To perform
Start with your feet shoulder-width apart while holding the medicine ball directly overhead.
With your arms extended, draw a circle with your medicine ball in a clockwise direction.
Repeat the exercise moving counterclockwise eight to 10 times to complete one set.
3. OVERHEAD SQUAT
ball for weight, you will gain the added benefit of working out your arms, shoulders, and upper back.
Overhead squats require correct form and focus. To achieve an overhead squat with your medicine
ball:
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Hold the medicine ball above your head, with your arms aligned with your ears.
Bend your knees and drive your hips back to squat — think about sitting in a chair.
Squat only to the point that your thighs become parallel to the floor.
Be sure to keep your knees going straight over your toes, never bowing inward.
Drive your heels into the floor and squeeze your glutes to return to the starting position.
4. SLAMS
If you’re looking to develop strength power and cardio in one exercise the medicine ball slam will do
If you re looking to develop strength, power, and cardio in one exercise, the medicine ball slam will do
the trick. Maximize this exercise by using a heavier medicine ball. To execute an effective medicine
ball slam:
Keep your arms extended and slam the medicine ball into the ground with force.
Pick up the ball and return to your starting position with the ball overhead.
5. PUSH-UPS
To elevate your basic push-ups, incorporate your medicine ball. This exercise will provide you with a
powerful stretch in your chest as well as added strengthening benefits. To use a medicine ball in your
push up routine:
It’s ok to let your elbows rest in a wider position than a typical push-up, but be careful to keep your
Switch the medicine ball to your other hand, then repeat 10 to 15 times to complete one set.
6. RUSSIAN TWIST
Many athletes love Russian twists for their ab-burning qualities, but adding a medicine ball will take
this exercise to a new level. To complete the Russian twist with a medicine ball:
Start seated on the ground with your knees bent at a 45-degree angle and your feet on the floor.
Carefully twist your torso to move the medicine ball to your right side.
7. SUPERMAN
A standard superman exercise targets your glutes and lower back. This exercise is a challenge even
without the medicine ball, but with it you will quickly improve full-body strength. To perform a
Hold the medicine ball over your head and point your toes toward the wall behind you.
Squeeze your glutes and back muscles to lift your upper body and legs from the ground.
Pause at the top of the motion for one second by squeezing your muscles.
8. SIDE LUNGE
When your foot makes contact with the floor, bend your right knee,
Sit back into your hip, as you would with a squat while keeping your left leg straight.
Drive your right foot into the floor and push back to your starting position.
Medicine Balls are an ideal way to add variety to your total body workouts, whether held or tossed you
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experts at G&G Fitness can help. Whether you’re looking to build your dream at-home gym up or find
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