Medicine Ball Squat
Muscle Groups: Quads, Glutes
Medicine Ball Squat focuses on Quads, Glutes, with Hamstrings, Abs working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Medicine Ball Squat with proper form and technique.
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Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, holding a medicine ball at chest level.
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Lower your body into a squat by bending your knees and pushing your hips back, keeping the medicine ball close to your chest.
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Go as low as comfortable, ideally until your thighs are parallel to the ground, then push through your heels to stand back up.
Tips for Success
These tips will help you perform Medicine Ball Squat safely and effectively while maintaining proper form.
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Keep your knees aligned with your toes to avoid strain and maintain balance.
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Avoid rounding your back; keep it straight throughout the movement to protect your spine.
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Use a weight that's manageable to maintain good form and prevent injury.
Secondary Muscles
While Medicine Ball Squat primarily targets Quads, Glutes , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Hamstrings, Abs . Engaging these secondary muscles helps stabilize your body throughout the exercise, improves overall coordination, and contributes to balanced muscle development.
Related Exercises
If you enjoyed Medicine Ball Squat, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.
These exercises work the same primary muscles as Medicine Ball Squat, making them excellent alternatives for variety in your training program or complementary movements to include in the same workout session. Mixing different exercises that target similar muscle groups helps prevent plateaus, reduces overuse injuries, and keeps your workouts engaging and effective.
