Weighted Full Squat with Overhead Press Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Gluteus Maximus
- Equipment
- Weighted
- Body Part
- Thighs
- Primary Muscle
- Gluteus Maximus
- Secondary Muscles
- Triceps Brachii, Quadriceps, Adductor Magnus, Serratus Anterior, Deltoid Lateral, Soleus, Deltoid Anterior, Pectoralis Major Clavicular Head
- Intensity
- high
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 8
- Alternate Names
- Full Squat with Overhead Press
How to: Weighted Full Squat with Overhead Press
- Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, holding weights above your shoulders.
- Lower your body into a squat position, keeping your chest up and back straight.
- Push through your heels to return to standing while pressing the weights overhead.
Common Mistakes
- Allowing the knees to extend past the toes.
- Rounding the back during the squat.
- Lifting weights without proper form.
Modifications
- Use lighter weights or perform the exercise without weights.
- Perform squats on a stability ball for added support.
- Limit the range of motion if flexibility is an issue.
Tips
- Keep your back straight and core engaged throughout the movement.
- Perform the squat to a depth that feels comfortable and safe for your knees.
- Ensure the weights are evenly distributed across your feet.
Weighted Full Squat with Overhead Press Alternatives
Tags
squat
overhead press
strength
legs
thighs
glutes