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sledge hammer

sledge hammer exercise guide with muscles, equipment, animation and step-by-step instructions. Target: abs. Equipment: hammer.

sledge hammer exercise demonstration
Target muscle
abs
Muscle group
forearms
Body part
waist
Equipment
hammer

Secondary muscles

forearms, shoulders

How to perform

  1. Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and hold the sledge hammer with both hands.
  2. Engage your core and keep your back straight.
  3. Swing the sledge hammer down towards the ground, using your core and upper body strength.
  4. As you swing down, pivot your hips and transfer the force to the hammer.
  5. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.