The Medicine Ball Chest Push Single Response exercise is a strength training exercise that targets the chest muscles. It involves pushing a medicine ball away from the chest while lying on a bench or stability ball.
How to perform
Here are the step by step instructions for the Medicine Ball Chest Push Single Response exercise:1. Lie on your back on a bench or stability ball with your feet planted firmly on the ground.
2. Hold a medicine ball with both hands at chest level, elbows bent and close to your sides.
3. Take a deep breath in and brace your core muscles.
4. Exhale and push the medicine ball away from your chest, extending your arms fully. Keep your elbows slightly bent to prevent locking out your joints.
5. Pause at the top of the movement, then slowly bring the medicine ball back towards your chest in a controlled manner.
6. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
7. Remember to keep your back flat on the bench or stability ball throughout the exercise and engage your chest muscles to perform the movement.
This exercise can be done with different weights of medicine balls to increase or decrease the intensity. It is important to use proper form and technique to avoid injury and maximize the benefits of the exercise.
Equipment required
Medicine Ball
A Medicine Ball is a weighted fitness tool, usually made of rubber or leather, that ranges in weight from 2 to 25 pounds. It is used for a variety of strength and conditioning exercises including core work, functional training, plyometrics, and rehabilitation. The weight and size of the ball allows for dynamic movements that engage multiple muscle groups, improve balance, coordination, and power.