Leaning position
Primary muscles: triceps
Stand with legs hip-width apart, knees slightly bent. Back is straight.
• Bend forward so upper torso is as close to a 90° angle as possible. Place your left hand on the top of the ball. Arm is straight.
• Hold a weight in your right hand, with arm hanging down.
• Exhale as you raise the weight by bending your elbow and squeezing your shoulder blade.
• Inhale as you lower your arm back down.
• Repeat for 8 to 12 repetitions (1 set).
• Switch arms and do 1 set.
• Continue for up to 2 more sets, alternating arms.
• Strengthens the triceps
• Engages the core stabilizer muscles
• Improves shoulder stability
Too much?
• Do the exercise without a weight.
Want more?
• Use a heavier weight.