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Waist · Hammer
Tyre Hammering
Tyre Hammering is an intermediate compound strength exercise that works the abs (waist), with the abdominals, lats and forearms assisting. It needs a hammer. A typical prescription is 3-4 sets of 6-10 reps, and it burns about 6.1 calories per minute.
- Target
- Abs
- Body part
- Waist
- Equipment
- Hammer
- Category
- Strength
- Mechanic
- Compound
- Force
- Push
- Sets × reps
- 3-4 × 6-10
- Calories / min
- ≈ 6.1 kcal
Primary muscles
- Obliques
- Shoulders
Secondary muscles
- Abdominals
- Lats
- Forearms
How to do Tyre Hammering
- Stand in front of a tyre holding a sledgehammer, feet shoulder-width apart.
- Swing the hammer up over one shoulder.
- Bring it down forcefully onto the tyre, bending your knees as you strike.
- Control the rebound and repeat, switching sides regularly.
Form tips
- Slide your top hand down the handle as you strike.
- Keep your back flat.
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Tyre Hammering FAQ
What muscles does Tyre Hammering work?
Tyre Hammering mainly works the abs in the waist. The abdominals, lats and forearms work as secondary muscles.
What equipment do you need for Tyre Hammering?
You need a hammer.
How many sets and reps of Tyre Hammering should I do?
Start with 3-4 sets of 6-10 reps. Pick a load or variation where the last one or two reps are hard but your form stays clean.
Is Tyre Hammering good for beginners?
It's rated intermediate. Beginners can work up to it once they control simpler waist exercises.
How many calories does Tyre Hammering burn?
About 6.1 calories per minute for a person of around 70 kg, based on a MET value of 5. Ten minutes of work is roughly 61 calories; heavier people burn more.
What is a good alternative to Tyre Hammering?
Other exercises for the abs include Dumbbell Half Kneeling Wood Chopper, Dumbbell Low Windmill, Chest Lift With Rotation and Mountain Climber Jumps.
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