Exercise of the Week: MB Chop

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PREPARATION

• Hold medicine ball with your arms extended
• Continue for the prescribed number of chops

PROCEDURE

• In one single motion bring the ball down in front of simulating chopping wood.
• Squatting down (hips down and back, with knees bent)

COACHING POINTS

• Begin with medicine ball appropriate for you fitness level.
• Focus on keeping the core musculature drawn in or braced.
• Maintain controlled breathing throughout the movement
• Start will slow movements then progress speed as your abilities increase.

TARGET

• This is a total body exercise which can improve your conditioning, in addition burns a lot of calories.
• You will feel it in the muscles of your core, shoulders, upper back, and legs.
• This is a great portable exercise that you can pretty much do anywhere you have enough space.

RECOMMENDATIONS

• Beginners - Light MB / 15-20 Reps / Slow Tempo / 1-2 Sets
• Intermediate - Medium MB / 12-15 Reps / Medium Tempo / 2-3 Sets
• Advanced - Heavy MB / 8-10 Reps / Fast Tempo / 3-5 Sets

Be Well.