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Aquaball Shoulder Press (alternating)

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Exercise Profile

Primary muscles:

Shoulders, Triceps

Secondary muscles:

Abs, Lower Back

Equipment:

Aquaball

Difficulty:

Intermediate

Aquaball Shoulder Press (alternating) Overview

The aquaball Shoulder press is a workout that primarily targets the Shoulders and Triceps.

The aquaball’s instability engages the core while also working secondary muscles for a full upper body workout.

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Aquaball Shoulder Press (alternating) Instructions

  1. Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, holding the aquaball in front of your chest with both hands.
  2. Engage your core and keep your back straight as you press the aquaball overhead with your right arm, fully extending your elbow.
  3. Lower the aquaball back to the starting position while simultaneously pressing it overhead with your left arm.
  4. Continue alternating the shoulder press motion, pressing the aquaball overhead with one arm while the other arm lowers it back down.
  5. Repeat the shoulder press motion for the desired number of repetitions.

Aquaball Shoulder Press (alternating) Tips

  1. Start with a light aquaball weight to ensure proper form and avoid strain on your shoulders and triceps.
  2. Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, holding the aquaball at shoulder level with palms facing forward.
  3. Engage your core and keep your back straight throughout the exercise to maintain stability.
  4. Press the aquaball overhead, fully extending your arms while keeping your elbows slightly bent to engage your triceps.
  5. Lower the aquaball back to shoulder level in a controlled manner, focusing on engaging your shoulders and triceps.
  6. Alternate pressing the aquaball with each arm, ensuring equal effort and range of motion on both sides.
  7. Remember to breathe steadily and avoid locking your joints to prevent unnecessary strain on your shoulders and triceps.

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