Barbell overhead squat

Barbell overhead squat

The barbell overhead squat is a compound exercise that targets the quads and requires holding a barbell overhead while performing a squat. It demands significant strength, balance, mobility, and coordination.

The barbell overhead squat is a compound exercise that targets the quads and requires holding a barbell overhead while performing a squat. It demands significant strength, balance, mobility, and coordination.

The barbell overhead squat is a compound exercise that targets the quads and requires holding a barbell overhead while performing a squat. It demands significant strength, balance, mobility, and coordination.

How to Do the Barbell overhead squat

How to Do the Barbell overhead squat

How to Do the Barbell overhead squat

Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and toes slightly turned out. Hold the barbell with a wide grip, positioning it overhead with your arms fully extended. Engage your core and lower your body down into a squat position, keeping your chest up and knees tracking over your toes. Pause for a moment at the bottom, then push through your heels to return to the starting position. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Difficulty

Advanced

Category

Strength

Target Muscle

Quads

Quads

Secondary Muscles

glutes, hamstrings, calves, core

Equipment

Barbell

Body Part

Upper legs

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