Sledge Hammer

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Learn how to do the Sledge Hammer with proper form and technique. This hammer exercise primarily targets your Abs, with secondary emphasis on Forearms, Shoulders.

Sledge Hammer exercise demonstration showing proper form

How to Do the Sledge Hammer

Follow these steps to perform the Sledge Hammer with correct form:

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

Sledge Hammer Muscles Worked

Primary

abs

Secondary

forearmsshoulders

Exercise Details

Equipment
hammer
Body Part
waist
Category
Extended

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