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Supine Chest Throw
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Supine Chest Throw

Lie on your back with knees bent, ball on your chest held from underneath. Extend the elbows to throw it straight up, then catch it on the way down.

Difficulty
Beginner
Type
Plyometrics
Mechanic
Compound
Force direction
Push
Muscles
5

Form sequence

  1. 01 · position

    This drill is great for chest passes when you lack a partner or a wall of sufficient strength. Lay on the ground on your back with your knees bent.

  2. 02 · grip

    Begin with the ball on your chest, held with both hands on the bottom.

  3. 03 · throw · Key step

    Explode up, extending through the elbow to throw the ball directly above you as high as possible.

  4. 04 · catch

    Catch the ball with both hands as it comes down.