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Battle rope waves

At home Everyone

EasyAbout 5 minOn your own

Fast waves with heavy ropes. Fitness for the shoulders, arms and trunk without running.

Video: Muscle & Strength

Also: Big waves · Both arms together · Power slams

Set up

Athletic stance, knees soft, feet shoulder-width apart, a rope end in each hand.

You need: Battle ropes (a gym)

Steps

  1. Whip the arms up and down in turn to send fast, small waves down the ropes
  2. Keep going for the set time
  3. Rest, then go again

Coaching points

Adjust it

Easier

Shorter work periods.

Harder

Big waves, both arms together, or slams.