Weighted Medicine Ball Push-up
Muscle Groups: Chest, Triceps
Weighted Medicine Ball Push-up focuses on Chest, Triceps, with Shoulders, Abs working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Weighted Medicine Ball Push-up with proper form and technique.
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Start in a plank position with your hands on a medicine ball, keeping your body straight from head to heels.
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Lower your chest toward the ball by bending your elbows, keeping your body aligned.
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Push through your palms to return to the starting position.
Tips for Success
These tips will help you perform Weighted Medicine Ball Push-up safely and effectively while maintaining proper form.
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Keep your core tight to avoid sagging your hips.
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Ensure your elbows are at a 45-degree angle from your body during the push-up.
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Use a medicine ball that challenges you but does not compromise your form.
Secondary Muscles
While Weighted Medicine Ball Push-up primarily targets Chest, Triceps , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Shoulders, 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 Weighted Medicine Ball Push-up, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.
These exercises work the same primary muscles as Weighted Medicine Ball Push-up, 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.
