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Ball hug carry

A compound exercise for the abs and upper back, with help from the biceps, quads. Equipment: medicine ball.

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WorksAbsUpper backBicepsQuads

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How to do it

  1. Setup: Hug a heavy ball tight against your chest.
  2. Walk with short steps, staying upright
  3. Keep squeezing so it doesn't slip

Muscles worked

Ball hug carry: 3D figure mid-rep with the abs and upper back highlighted

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