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Medicine Ball Chest Push With Run Release

Category
Chest
Equipment
Medicine Ball
Target
Pectorals

Adding a running release after the chest push turns a stationary power move into one with a change of direction, training the chest and triceps to produce force while transitioning into movement rather than from a fixed base. More common in sports-conditioning circuits than standard strength programs.

How to Do the Medicine Ball Chest Push With Run Release

  1. Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, holding a medicine ball at chest level.
  2. Step forward with your right foot and simultaneously push the medicine ball forward, extending your arms fully.
  3. As you push the ball forward, release it and let it roll forward.
  4. Quickly run forward and catch the ball before it hits the ground.
  5. Once you catch the ball, bring it back to your chest and repeat the movement with your left foot forward.
  6. Continue alternating legs and repeating the exercise for the desired number of repetitions.

Calorie Burn & Set Tracker

Sets
3
Reps / Set
10
Active Timer
00:00
Estimated Burn
0 kcal

Muscles Worked

The Medicine Ball Chest Push With Run Release primarily targets the Pectorals, with Triceps as the primary synergist muscle group, along with the Shoulders, Core.

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FAQ

What muscles does the Medicine Ball Chest Push With Run Release work?
The Medicine Ball Chest Push With Run Release primarily targets the pectorals, with the triceps and shoulders, core assisting.
What equipment do I need for the Medicine Ball Chest Push With Run Release?
The Medicine Ball Chest Push With Run Release is done with a medicine ball.
What's a good alternative to the Medicine Ball Chest Push With Run Release?
If you don't have access to a medicine ball, the Archer Push Up targets the same pectorals using body weight instead.