How to do the Medicine Ball Chest Push Single Response
Medicine Ball Chest Push Single Response is a beginner multi-joint compound pushing exercise targeting the Pectorals in the Chest region. Performed using medicine ball, it falls under the strength category. Secondary muscles engaged include Triceps and Shoulders.
Medicine Ball Chest Push Single Response demonstration · © GymiaFit
Medicine Ball Chest Push Single Response at a glance
- Primary muscles
- Pectorals
- Secondary muscles
- Triceps, Shoulders
- Equipment
- Medicine Ball
- Level
- Beginner
- Type
- Compound (multi-joint)
- Force
- Push
Medicine Ball Chest Push Single Response step by step
- 1Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, holding the medicine ball at chest level.
- 2Extend your arms forward, pushing the medicine ball away from your chest.
- 3Pause for a moment, then slowly bring the medicine ball back to your chest.
- 4Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Medicine Ball Chest Push Single Response — questions
What muscles does the Medicine Ball Chest Push Single Response work?
The Medicine Ball Chest Push Single Response primarily targets the Pectorals. It also recruits the Triceps, Shoulders as secondary movers.
What equipment do I need for the Medicine Ball Chest Push Single Response?
You need medicine ball. If your gym does not have it, the alternatives listed further down train the same muscles with different kit.
Is the Medicine Ball Chest Push Single Response suitable for beginners?
Yes. It is classed as a beginner movement: the pattern is simple enough to learn in a session and easy to scale by adjusting range of motion or load.
What can I do instead of the Medicine Ball Chest Push Single Response?
Medicine Ball Chest Pass, Medicine Ball Chest Push From 3 Point Stance, Medicine Ball Chest Push Multiple Response train the same muscles and make good substitutes when the equipment is taken or the movement does not suit you.
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