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Push-up - Alternating Medicine Ball

January 12, 2009
 

Starting Position

  • Push up position with one hand on medicine ball and other hand on floor

Procedure

  • With your belly botton drawn in, lower your chest toward the floor and then drive your body up and over explosively so your hands leave the ground and ball
  • Land with opposite hand on the medicine ball and repeat for prescribed number of repetitions

Coaching Keys

  • Lock your belly button drawn in to stabilize your pillar before starting
  • Keep your body in a straight line

You Should Feel It

  • Working your chest, shoulders, and arms

Abbott Nutrition strongly recommends that you consult with your physician before beginning any exercise program and perform exercises under the supervision of a certified fitness trainer or conditioning coach. The effect of any specific exercise on a medical condition should be determined by your health care professional. The suggestions here are in no way intended to substitute for medical advice.