How to Do
How to Do Multiplanar Lunge With Functional Patterns Medicine Ball
The multiplanar lunge with a functional pattern medicine ball should begin with good posture to avoid injury. Brace the spine by drawing your lower abdomen inward. Your core muscles should be activated to support your posture as you perform the exercise.
If any pain is experienced, immediately stop the multiplanar lunge with a functional pattern medicine ball.
Beginning
Beginning Multiplanar Lunge With Functional Patterns Medicine Ball
1. Maintain visual focus towards the horizon, this will ensure proper posture through this exercise.
2. Begin with a thorough dynamic warm up before starting this exercise. This engages the nervous system.
Movement
Multiplanar Lunge With Functional Patterns Medicine Ball Movement
1. This movement involves multiplanar lunges with all medicine ball patterns at the end ranges of motion.
2. Start in a standing position with a medicine ball clasped in your hands at chest level.
3. Perform multiplanar lunges; for description see lunge-multiplanar in exercise library.
4. As you move into a lunge position, you will take the medicine ball from chest height and perform different patterns with it as shown in the video link.
5. Patterns include writing letters in front of the chest with the medicine ball, drawing shapes, etc.
6. Once the pattern has been completed, step to starting position.
7. Ensure that you adhere to all the recommendations of the normal multiplanar lunge.
Benefits
Multiplanar Lunge With Functional Patterns Medicine Ball Benefits
This stretch targets the hips, groin, quads, and calves, among other areas. This dynamic stretch also aids in the warming up of muscles and the improvement of balance.
