Core Knowledge

Movements

Medicine Ball - Parallel Rotational Throw - Single Leg - Golf

Starting Position

  • Standing on left leg with right knee in front facing wall holding medicine ball

Procedure

  • Rotate shoulders over right knee, then throw ball into wall as right heel forcefully kicks back
  • Catch ball and reset to start position and repeat for desired number of repetitions.
  • Switch legs, standing on right with left leg straight
  • Rotate shoulders and trunk to right as left leg straightens behind body
  • Throw ball into wall as left knee drives forward and up
  • Catch ball and reset to start position and repeat for desired number of repetitions

Coaching Keys

  • Maintain perfect posture with stomach tight
  • Throw ball with trunk, not only arms
  • Catch ball with hands behind ball
  • Keep knee slightly bent

You Should Feel It

  • Working the torso, legs and arms

Variation

  • Exercise can be performed continuously without pausing

Tags: Power, Rotational Movement, Strength, Medicine Ball, Stability, Golf, Balance

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