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Strongman & Other

D-Ball Over Shoulder

Heavy ball tossed over the shoulder. Pick a heavy, soft ball up off the floor and throw it back over one shoulder. Builds explosive hip extension, much like the Atlas Stone.

Category
Strongman & Other
Muscles
Hips, Posterior chain, Full body
Equipment
D-Ball

How to do the D-Ball Over Shoulder, step by step

  1. Stand with the ball between your feet, feet a bit wider than hip-width.
  2. Squat down and work your hands under the ball.
  3. Roll or pull the ball up onto your thighs.
  4. Snap your hips open and throw the ball back over one shoulder.
  5. Stand tall, turn around, and walk to the ball.

Common mistakes and how to fix them

  • Throwing with your armsyour hips and legs provide the power
  • Ball drifts away from your bodykeep it tight to your chest
  • Lower back rounds a lotsit your hips lower, keep your core tight

How to scale the D-Ball Over Shoulder

If you can't do the movement cleanly yet or the workout is too heavy, use one of these variations:

  • Lighter ball
  • Bring the ball only onto your shoulder
  • Fewer reps

Also known as

Ball over shoulder

These descriptions are general guidance and don't replace a coach. Have someone at your box show you new movements, and stop if anything hurts.

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