Barbell Thruster Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Shoulders
- Equipment
- Barbell
- Body Part
- Shoulders, Thighs
- Primary Muscle
- Shoulders
- Secondary Muscles
- Pectoralis Major Clavicular Head, Thighs, Glutes, Soleus, Serratus Anterior, Deltoid Lateral, Adductor Magnus, Triceps Brachii
- Intensity
- high
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 8.5
- Alternate Names
- Barbell Push Press
How to: Barbell Thruster
- Stand with feet shoulder-width apart and hold a barbell at shoulder height.
- Squat down, keeping your back straight and chest up.
- As you stand up, press the barbell overhead until your arms are fully extended.
- Lower the barbell back to shoulder height as you squat down again.
- Repeat for the designated number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Not fully extending the arms overhead.
- Leaning too far forward during the lift.
- Using too much weight and compromising form.
Modifications
- Use a lighter weight to decrease difficulty.
- Perform the movement without weights to focus on form.
Tips
- Engage your core properly throughout the movement.
- Make sure to maintain proper form to prevent injury.
- Start with lighter weights to master the technique before progressing.
Barbell Thruster Alternatives
Tags
strength
shoulders
thighs
barbell
power
fitness