Hug A Ball

What is Hug a Ball? Hug a Ball is a simple yet effective exercise that targets the chest and arms. It involves hugging a stability ball and squeezing it between your hands to engage the chest muscles.

Tutorial

1. Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart.
2. Hold a stability ball in front of your chest with both hands.
3. Squeeze the ball with your hands while keeping your arms parallel to the ground.
4. Hold the squeeze for a few seconds, then release.
5. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Common Mistakes

• Using a ball that is too large or too small can reduce the effectiveness of the exercise.

• Allowing the elbows to drop or flare out instead of keeping them parallel to the ground. - Not maintaining proper posture throughout the exercise, which can lead to strain on the back and shoulders.

Tips for Better Results

• Choose a stability ball that is the right size for your body to ensure proper engagement of the chest muscles.

• Focus on squeezing the ball with maximum effort to fully activate the chest muscles. - Keep your core engaged and maintain good posture to prevent strain on the back.

Muscles Worked

• Chest (pectoralis major and minor) - Arms (biceps and triceps)