Bodyweight Full Squat With Overhead Press Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Quadriceps
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Body Part
- Plyometrics
- Primary Muscle
- Quadriceps
- Secondary Muscles
- Deltoid Anterior, Gluteus Maximus
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- aerobic
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 6
- Alternate Names
- Overhead Squat
How to: Bodyweight Full Squat With Overhead Press
- Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart.
- Lower your body into a squat, keeping your chest up and back straight.
- As you rise back up, press your arms overhead, keeping your elbows slightly bent.
- Return to the starting position and repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Leaning forward during the squat.
- Not pushing through the heels while squatting.
- Lifting weights that are too heavy for your current fitness level.
Modifications
- Reduce range of motion by performing the exercise to a chair or bench.
- Perform the squat without the overhead press for beginners.
Tips
- Engage your core to maintain stability during the overhead press.
- Keep your back straight throughout the movement.
- Make sure your knees do not go past your toes when squatting.
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Tags
squat
strength
legs
aerobic
bodyweight
plyometrics