Medicine-Ball Floor Lying Close Catch Press
The Medicine-Ball Floor Lying Close Catch Press mainly works the triceps and chest, with help from the shoulders. You'll need: exercise bench and medicine ball.
Required Equipment
Medicine-Ball Floor Lying Close Catch Press Muscles Worked
Primary
Triceps (triceps brachii); Chest (pectoralis major, sternal head)
Secondary
Front Shoulder (anterior deltoid)
How to do the Medicine-Ball Floor Lying Close Catch Press
Lie flat on your back with your knees bent and feet flat on the floor, holding the medicine ball with both hands above your chest.
Position your partner standing near your head to drop or hand off the medicine ball safely.
Lower the ball in a controlled motion toward your chest while keeping your elbows tucked close to your body.
Press the medicine ball explosively back up toward the starting position until your arms are fully extended.
Receive the ball securely and repeat the movement for your desired number of repetitions.
Medicine-Ball Floor Lying Close Catch Press FAQs
What muscles does the Medicine-Ball Floor Lying Close Catch Press work?
The Medicine-Ball Floor Lying Close Catch Press mainly works the triceps and chest, with help from the shoulders. The main muscles are the triceps brachii and pectoralis major.
What equipment do you need for the Medicine-Ball Floor Lying Close Catch Press?
Exercise bench and medicine ball.
What workout day should the Medicine-Ball Floor Lying Close Catch Press go on?
It belongs on push day in a push/pull/legs routine.
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