Suspender Squat (Arms Overhead) Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Thighs
- Equipment
- Suspension
- Body Part
- Thighs
- Primary Muscle
- Thighs
- Secondary Muscles
- Adductor Magnus, Soleus, Gluteus Medius, Calves
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5
- Alternate Names
- Overhead Suspension Squat, Suspension Squat
How to: Suspender Squat (Arms Overhead)
- Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, gripping the suspension straps with your arms extended overhead.
- Bend your knees and lower your body into a squat while keeping your chest up and core tight.
- Return to the starting position by pushing through your heels and straightening your legs.
Common Mistakes
- Leaning too far forward.
- Not squatting low enough.
- Allowing the arms to drop when overhead.
Modifications
- Perform the squat with a shorter range of motion if you have knee discomfort.
- Use a stability ball against a wall for added support.
Tips
- Keep your core engaged throughout the movement.
- Avoid letting your knees go past your toes when squatting down.
- Maintain a neutral spine during the exercise.
Suspender Squat (Arms Overhead) Alternatives
Tags
thighs
squat
suspension
strength
glutes
legs