Core - Medicine Ball Axe Chopper
One of the best exercises for strengthening the core. A must for all
athletes!
Primary Areas Worked Core
Tempo Fast on the way down, controlled on the way up.
Breathing Pattern Breathe IN and OUT rhythmically.
Starting Position Standing and holding a medicine ball in
both hands.
Movement Swing the medicine ball down diagonally towards the
ground.
Additional Athletic Qualities Worked n/a
Injury Considerations, Contraindications & Comments The
heavier the medicine ball the harder the exercise. This exercise can also
be done with a pulley system either standing or kneeling (depicted).
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