alternating shoulder press with powerball
Strengthens shoulders, full body
CardioIntermediateCardioPress
At a glance
| Muscles worked | Primary: deltoids. Secondary: triceps, upper traps |
|---|---|
| Muscle group | Cardio |
| Difficulty | Intermediate |
| Type | Cardio · Press |
| Sets & reps | 3 sets × 10-15 reps |
| Estimated calories burned | ~40 kcal |
How to do it
- Step 1: Setup — get into the starting position for alternating shoulder press with powerball.
- Step 2: Engage your core and set your posture.
- Step 3: Perform the movement with control through the full range.
- Step 4: Squeeze the target muscles at the peak of the movement.
- Step 5: Return slowly to the start and repeat for the prescribed reps.
Equipment
- Powerball / medicine ball
Coaching tips
Benefits
Strengthens shoulders, full body
Common mistakes
Arching the lower back or flaring elbows excessively
Make it harder
Increase resistance or add a pause
Make it easier
Reduce resistance or range of motion
Breathing
Exhale on the effort, inhale on the return
Build a workout with this exercise
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