medicine ball overhead slam

Equipment

medicine ball

Target muscle

upper back

How to perform

1. 1

   Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, holding a medicine ball with both hands above your head.

2. 2

   Engage your core and keep your back straight.

3. 3

   Bend your knees slightly and forcefully slam the medicine ball down to the ground in front of you.

4. 4

   As you slam the ball down, use your entire body to generate power, including your shoulders and core.

5. 5

   Catch the ball on the bounce and repeat for the desired number of repetitions.