Sledge Hammer Slam

Primary muscles
Shoulders
Secondary muscles
Quads, Triceps, Hamstrings, Glutes
Equipment
Sled machine
Movement pattern
None

Steps

  1. 1 Stand facing a tire with your feet hip-width apart, holding a sledgehammer with an overhand grip and hands spaced on the handle.
  2. 2 Raise the sledgehammer overhead, extending your arms fully while slightly bending your knees and hips.
  3. 3 Forcefully slam the sledgehammer down onto the center of the tire, engaging your core and driving through your hips and legs.
  4. 4 Control the rebound of the sledgehammer and return it to the starting position in front of your body.

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