Breathing
Exhale during the explosive effort, then take a controlled breath as you reset. Recover between repetitions so breathing and landing control stay consistent.
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The Catch and Overhead Throw primarily works the lats, with the abdominals, chest and shoulders supporting the movement. It is a plyometrics movement performed with medicine ball.

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Movement instructions
Begin standing while facing a wall or a partner.
Using both hands, position the ball behind your head, stretching as much as possible, and forcefully throw the ball forward.
Ensure that you follow your throw through, being prepared to receive your rebound from your throw. If you are throwing against the wall, make sure that you stand close enough to the wall to receive the rebound, and aim a little higher than you would with a partner.
Technique guidance
Exhale during the explosive effort, then take a controlled breath as you reset. Recover between repetitions so breathing and landing control stay consistent.
General guidance based on the exercise and equipment. It is not personal coaching or medical advice.
Your progress
Keep the same medicine ball setup, range of motion and recording method when comparing Catch and Overhead Throw sessions.
Weight, repetitions and completed sets.
Example: 3 sets of 8 reps at 30 kg. Next time, record the actual result, even if it is the same.
Look for more repetitions at the same weight, or a heavier weight for comparable repetitions. Total weight lifted also changes when you add sets, so it is not a strength score.
Read the tracking guideThe examples show how to keep a record. They are not workout targets or a personalised training plan.
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Muscle guide
Lats is the primary muscle group. The lighter highlights show the supporting muscles involved in the movement.
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