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i would say you use nearly every muscle you have. but especially your arms, breast, back and legs are highly stressed. but also your wrist is used. you need a good balance of all muscles, i would say.

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Water Polo is a sport that works nearly every muscle in your body. The major arm muscles used are Pectorals, Biceps, and Triceps.

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Mostly shoulder muscles and leg muscles.

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