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Animated demonstration of the sledge hammer exercise, targeting the Abs using Hammer.

sledge hammer

Body part
Waist
Equipment
Hammer
Target muscle
Abs
Secondary muscles
forearmsshoulders

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and hold the sledge hammer with both hands.

  2. Step 2: Engage your core and keep your back straight.

  3. Step 3: Swing the sledge hammer down towards the ground, using your core and upper body strength.

  4. Step 4: As you swing down, pivot your hips and transfer the force to the hammer.

  5. Step 5: Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

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