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Landmine Rotation

The Landmine Rotation guides the end of a barbell from one side of the body to the other. The abdominals manage the rotational force while the shoulders hold and guide the bar...

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Strength Body Only

Leg Pull-In

The Leg Pull-In is a floor-based abdominal exercise that alternates between an extended-leg position and a tucked-knee position. The abdominals stabilize the pelvis while the...

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Stretching Body Only

Lower Back Curl

Despite being categorized as stretching with abdominals primary, the Lower Back Curl instructions describe a repeated prone back extension. The spinal erectors lift the chest...

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Plyometrics Medicine Ball

Medicine Ball Full Twist

The Medicine Ball Full Twist is a back-to-back partner drill in which both athletes rotate together and pass the ball from one side to the other. The abdominals control the tr...

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Strength Body Only

Oblique Crunches

Oblique Crunches lift and rotate the upper torso toward the opposite knee. The abdominal muscles flex the trunk and control the rotational component.

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Strength Medicine Ball

One-Arm Medicine Ball Slam

The One-Arm Medicine Ball Slam is an explosive throw that drives a ball from overhead into the floor. The abdominals, lats, and shoulder contribute while the legs and hips hel...

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Strength Other

Otis-Up

The Otis-Up combines a weighted sit-up with a press performed as the torso rises. The abdominals and hip flexors lift the torso while the chest, shoulders, and triceps move th...

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Stretching

Overhead Stretch

The Overhead Stretch reaches both arms toward the ceiling while the torso remains controlled. The position may be felt through the lats, chest, triceps, forearms, and front of...

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