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Shoulder · Strengthening

Two-Handed Medicine Ball Throw

Two-handed medicine ball throw, 3 sets, 10 repetitions

Illustration of the Two-Handed Medicine Ball Throw exercise

Listen to the instructions

How to do the exercise

Sets: 3

Repetitions: 10

Description: Hold the medicine ball with both hands in front of you, feet shoulder-width apart. Throw the ball forward with both hands by extending your arms, then catch it while controlling the movement to return to the starting position.

Tips: Keep your back straight and engage your shoulders throughout the movement. Perform the throw smoothly and in a controlled manner to avoid jerks.

Progression: Gradually increase the weight of the medicine ball or the number of repetitions as the exercise becomes easier.

At a glance

Goal
Strengthening
Level
Intermediate
Equipment
medicine ball
Starting position
Standing, feet shoulder-width apart, medicine ball held with both hands in front of the body
Clinical goal
Muscle strengthening of the shoulder
Also known as
two-handed medicine ball throw, double-handed ball throw

Precautions

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This information is educational and does not replace advice from a healthcare professional. Ask your physiotherapist or doctor before starting, especially if you have pain, a recent injury or have had surgery.