Halo Slam
Rep Range
Time Based
Hints
Engage your core throughout the movement to stabilize your spine and to power the slam. When swinging your arms from one side, ensure a wide arc to effectively involve your shoulders and obliques. Use the strength of your hips and legs to aid the upward swing and assist in the slam. Remember to keep the motion controlled and fluid, ensuring that the movement comes from your muscles, even when consistently slamming from the same side.
Common Mistakes
Not engaging the core sufficiently can lead to a lack of power and control in the movement. Swinging the arms in a too tight or narrow arc doesn't fully engage the intended muscles. Relying solely on the arms to swing without the involvement of the legs, hips, and core can diminish the effectiveness of the exercise. Repeating the slam from the same side without maintaining proper form can lead to muscle imbalances and strain over time.
Breathing
Inhale as you swing your arms up from the side and over your head. Exhale smoothly as you perform the slam, emphasizing core engagement
Muscle Focus
Primary Focus Area
Cardiovascular System
Secondary Focus Area
Lower Body, Core, Shoulders, Traps, Levator Scapulae, Rhomboids, Infraspinatus, Teres Major, Teres Minor, Latissimus Dorsi, Lower Back, Erector Spinae
Tertiary Focus Area
Chest