Medicine Ball Chest Pass
Also known as: Medicine Ball Chest Throw, Med Ball Chest Pass, Med Ball Chest Throw
Body region
Muscles
Main
Helps
Holds
Equipment
Technique
- Stand facing a wall or a partner with the ball held at chest height.
- Take a small step back with one foot and brace the abs.
- Push the ball forward hard, extending your arms and stepping into the throw.
- Catch the ball on the rebound, absorbing it into your chest, and repeat.
Cues
- Throw as fast as you can with a crisp finish.
- Push through the legs and let the power travel into the arms.
- Use a ball you can throw quickly.
Common mistakes
- Throwing with only the arms.
- Arching the back as you throw.
- Using a ball that is too heavy to throw fast.