Squat to Overhead Reach with Twist Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Quadriceps
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Body Part
- Plyometrics
- Primary Muscle
- Quadriceps
- Secondary Muscles
- Shoulders, Gluteus Maximus, Core
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- aerobic
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5
- Alternate Names
- Twisting Squat with Overhead Reach
How to: Squat to Overhead Reach with Twist
- Begin standing with your feet shoulder-width apart.
- Lower into a squat, keeping your chest lifted and back straight.
- Push through your heels to rise back up, extending your arms overhead.
- As you reach the top, twist your torso to one side while keeping arms extended.
- Return to center, squat down again, and repeat on the other side.
Common Mistakes
- Leaning forward instead of maintaining an upright torso.
- Twisting too aggressively, leading to loss of balance.
- Not squatting low enough for full benefits.
Modifications
- Perform the squat to a chair if you struggle with depth.
- Limit the range of motion during the twist if necessary.
Tips
- Keep a neutral spine throughout the movement.
- Engage your core to maintain balance during the twist.
- Ensure your knees do not pass your toes during the squat.
Squat to Overhead Reach with Twist Alternatives
Tags
squat
plyometrics
core
balance
full body
aerobic