Barbell Overhead Carry Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Quadriceps
- Equipment
- Barbell
- Body Part
- Thighs
- Primary Muscle
- Quadriceps
- Secondary Muscles
- Erector Spinae, Gluteus Maximus
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5
- Alternate Names
- Overhead Barbell Carry
How to: Barbell Overhead Carry
- Stand upright with your feet shoulder-width apart, holding a barbell overhead.
- Engage your core and maintain a neutral spine.
- Begin walking forward, keeping the barbell stabilized overhead.
- Avoid leaning to the sides; keep your body centered.
- Walk for a set distance or time, then return to the starting position.
Common Mistakes
- Leaning forward or backward while carrying the weight.
- Not engaging the core, leading to instability.
- Lifting a weight that is too heavy, leading to loss of form.
Modifications
- Use a lighter weight or perform the exercise without weights until comfortable.
- Try the exercise using dumbbells if a barbell is too challenging.
Tips
- Keep your core tight and engage your shoulders to maintain stability.
- Focus on a straight posture while walking to prevent strain on your back.
- Start with lighter weights to ensure proper form before increasing load.
Barbell Overhead Carry Alternatives
Tags
strength
thighs
core
stability
barbell
overhead