Barbell Squat to Shoulder Press Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Quadriceps
- Equipment
- Barbell
- Body Part
- Thighs
- Primary Muscle
- Quadriceps
- Secondary Muscles
- Gluteus Maximus, Deltoid Anterior
- Intensity
- high
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 6.5
How to: Barbell Squat to Shoulder Press
- Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, holding the barbell across your upper back.
- Perform a squat by bending your knees and lowering your hips down.
- Push through your heels to return to standing while simultaneously pressing the barbell overhead.
- Lower the bar back to your shoulders and repeat the squat and press.
Common Mistakes
- Rounding the back during the press.
- Not squatting low enough.
- Lifting weights that are too heavy.
Modifications
- Use a lighter weight if struggling with form.
- Perform the squat with no weight for beginners.
Tips
- Keep your core tight throughout the movement.
- Avoid letting your knees go past your toes during the squat.
- Engage your shoulders properly when pressing.
Tags
legs
shoulders
strength
barbell
squat
press