Bodyweight Full Squat with Overhead Press Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Quadriceps
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Body Part
- Plyometrics
- Primary Muscle
- Quadriceps
- Secondary Muscles
- Deltoids, Gluteus Maximus
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 6
- Alternate Names
- Overhead Squat
How to: Bodyweight Full Squat with Overhead Press
- Start standing with your feet shoulder-width apart.
- Lower your body into a squat position, keeping your chest lifted and back straight.
- As you rise back to standing, press your arms straight up overhead.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Letting the knees cave in during the squat.
- Leaning too far forward instead of keeping a neutral spine.
- Not fully engaging the core.
Modifications
- Perform the squat to a chair or bench for added stability.
- Use a wider stance for more support.
Tips
- Ensure your feet are shoulder-width apart for stability.
- Keep your chest up and back straight during the squat.
- Engage your core to maintain balance throughout the movement.
Bodyweight Full Squat with Overhead Press Alternatives
Tags
squat
strength
plyometrics
bodyweight
lower body
overhead press