Squat to overhead reach

Squat to overhead reach

Difficulty

Beginner

Category

Mobility

Target Muscle

Quads

Secondary Muscles

glutes, hamstrings, core

Equipment

Body weight

Body Part

Upper legs

The squat to overhead reach is a bodyweight exercise that combines a traditional squat with an overhead arm extension. It targets the quadriceps while also engaging the glutes, hamstrings, and core. This movement helps improve lower body strength, mobility, and coordination.

The squat to overhead reach is a bodyweight exercise that combines a traditional squat with an overhead arm extension. It targets the quadriceps while also engaging the glutes, hamstrings, and core. This movement helps improve lower body strength, mobility, and coordination.

The squat to overhead reach is a bodyweight exercise that combines a traditional squat with an overhead arm extension. It targets the quadriceps while also engaging the glutes, hamstrings, and core. This movement helps improve lower body strength, mobility, and coordination.

How to Do the Squat to overhead reach

How to Do the Squat to overhead reach

How to Do the Squat to overhead reach

Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and toes slightly turned out. Lower your body down into a squat position by bending your knees and pushing your hips back. As you come up from the squat, extend your arms overhead, reaching towards the ceiling. Return to the starting position by lowering your arms and bending your knees to squat down again. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Related Exercises

Related Exercises

Squat to overhead reach with twist

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