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Med-ball rotational scoop toss

At home Everyone

MediumAbout 5 minOn your own

Turn away, then throw a med ball into a wall in front of you. Builds the hip-led rotation behind the swing and the throw.

Video: Muscle & Strength

Also: Split stance, hips held still

Set up

Face a solid wall about 2 m away, feet a little wider than the shoulders, ball at your waist with soft arms and knees.

You need: A medicine ball (2 to 4 kg) and a solid wall

Steps

  1. Turn to one side, loading into the back hip
  2. Drive the hips round and throw the ball into the wall in front
  3. Catch it off the wall, then do the other side

Coaching points

Adjust it

Easier

A lighter ball, thrown more slowly.

Harder

Split stance with the hips held still.