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How To Do A Stability Ball Dumbbell Combo

May 26, 2022
Stability Ball Dumbbell Combo Is A Core Stabilization Exercise The Strengthens Back and Shoulders
INSTRUCTIONS

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INSTRUCTIONS

There are 5 moves in this exercise. Lie on the stability ball with feet hip width. Hold dumbbells with a pronated grip in the start position with dumbbells under shoulders. 1) Slowly bend elbows into a right angle while lifting dumbbells up. 2) Keep elbows at right angles and move weights up aligning dumbbells with ears. 3) Straighten elbows while pushing dumbbells forward, arms forming a straight line. 4) Pull elbows back to a right angle. This is the same position as # 2. 5) Lower dumbbells to the start position. Repeat additional rounds as desired.

TECHNIQUE: Keep shoulders away from the ears. Push front of the hips into the ball by maintaining glute muscle activation. Remain stable during each movement.

MODIFICATION: If the ball is too large, or the weight too heavy, you’ll have difficulty with stabilization. If your feet don’t touch the floor, select a smaller ball or remove some of the air.

EQUIPMENT: Stability Ball and Dumbbells

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How To Do Prone Wide Rows on A Stability Ball With A Workout Bar

May 26, 2022
Stability Ball Prone Wide Rows Is A Core Stabilization Exercise The Strengthens Upper Back and Core
INSTRUCTIONS

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INSTRUCTIONS

Take a prone position on the exercise ball with feet wider than hips. Bend elbows and grip the workout bar wider than shoulder width. Slowly bring the bar toward chest and then release to the start position. Grip is pronated with wrists straight.

TECHNIQUE: Remain stable throughout.

MODIFICATION: If the ball is too large, or the weight is too heavy, you’ll have difficulty with stabilization. If your feet don’t touch the floor select a smaller ball or release some of the air.

EQUIPMENT: Stability Ball and Workout Bar

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How To Do A Basic Back Strength Exercise On A Stability Ball

May 24, 2022
Stability Ball Cobra Combination Is A Core Stabilization Exercise The Strengthens Back and Shoulders
INSTRUCTIONS

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INSTRUCTIONS

There are 3 moves in this exercise. Lie on the stability ball with feet slightly wider than your hips. 1) Slowly raise arms up and outward forming a wide V-angle for one repetition. Lower arms. 2) Raise arms out to your sides forming a straight line for one repetition. Lower arms. 3) Raise arms in back of you forming a V-angle for one repetition. Lower arms. Repeat additional rounds of 3 movements as desired.

TECHNIQUE: Remain stable during each movement.

MODIFICATION: If the ball is too large, you’ll have difficulty with stabilization. If your feet don’t touch the floor select a smaller ball or release some of the air.

EQUIPMENT: Stability Ball

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How To Do A Medicine Ball Sideway Single Leg Throw and Catch

May 24, 2022
Sideway Single Leg Throw and Catch Is A Buddy Exercise That Strengthens The Core, Legs and Shoulders
INSTRUCTIONS

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INSTRUCTIONS
Bend knees. Stand on right foot. Have your partner stand to your right. Raise left foot off floor and toss ball to your partner. Perform desired number of repetitions. Then switch legs and repeat the exercise with your partner standing on the opposite side.
TECHNIQUE: Remain stable while maintaining neutral shoulders throughout the exercise. Keep chest up and toes pointed straight ahead.
MODIFICATION: 1) If you can’t stabilize, or absorb the weight during the catch, select a lighter medicine ball. 2) If the exercise is too difficult, bend knees and stand on both feet while tossing the ball to your partner.
EQUIPMENT: Medicine ball.

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How To Do A Half Kneeling Medicine Ball Throw and Catch

May 21, 2022
Half Kneeling Medicine Ball Single Leg Throw and Catch Is A Buddy Exercise That Strengthens The Core and Shoulders
INSTRUCTIONS

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Kneel on right leg. Hold the medicine ball in both hands and bring it up to shoulder height. Toss the ball back and forth to your partner. Perform desired number of repetitions on right leg and then switch to left leg.
TECHNIQUE: Remain stable while maintaining neutral shoulders and hips throughout the exercise. Avoid leaning forward.
EQUIPMENT: Medicine ball.

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How To Do A Medicine Ball Single Leg Throw and Catch

May 21, 2022
Single Leg Throw and Catch Is A Buddy Exercise That Strengthens The Core, Legs and Shoulders
INSTRUCTIONS

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Stand on both feet. Bend knees. Lift right foot off the floor. Toss the medicine ball back and forth to your partner while standing on left foot. Perform desired number of repetitions.
TECHNIQUE: Remain stable while maintaining neutral shoulders and hips throughout the exercise.
MODIFICATION: If the exercise is too difficult, try the Half Kneeling Medicine Ball Single Throw and Catch >link<. Or stand on both feet while tossing the ball.
EQUIPMENT: Medicine ball.

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