Overhead Squat

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Overhead Squat

Category
Olympic Weightlifting
Level
Expert
Equipment
Barbell
Force
Push
Mechanic
Compound

Primary Muscles

Quadriceps

Secondary Muscles

AbdominalsCalvesGlutesHamstringsLower BackShouldersTriceps

Instructions

  1. 1

    Start out by having a barbell in front of you on the floor. Your feet should be wider than shoulder width apart from each other.

  2. 2

    Bend the knees and use a pronated grip (palms facing you) to grab the barbell. Your hands should be at a wider than shoulder width apart from each other before lifting. Once you are positioned, lift the barbell up until you can rest it on your chest.

  3. 3

    Move the barbell over and slightly behind your head and make sure your arms are fully extended. Keep your head up at all times and also maintain a straight back. Retract your shoulder blades. This is your starting position.

  4. 4

    Slowly lower the weight by bending your knees until your thighs are parallel to the ground while inhaling. Tip: Keep your back straight while performing this exercise to avoid any injuries and your arms should remain extended and over your head at all times.

  5. 5

    Now use your feet and legs to help bring the weight back up to the starting position while exhaling.

  6. 6

    Repeat for the recommended amount of repetitions.

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