Medicine Ball Overhead Slam

Medicine Ball Overhead Slam demonstration gif

Instructions:

  • 1Stand tall with feet at shoulder width apart and hold the medicine ball with both hands
  • 2Raise the ball above your head fully extending your arms
  • 3In a swift motion, slam the ball on the floor as hard as you can
  • 4Squat down to pick the ball up and repeat

Tips:

  • Keep your core engaged throughout the motion
  • Ensure to bend at the knees when picking up the ball to avoid straining the lower back
  • Try to use your whole body when slamming the ball, not just your arms

Medicine Ball Overhead Slam Muscles Worked

Arms

Back

Core

Legs