Overhead Squat
A compound exercise that targets multiple muscle groups, enhancing strength, mobility, and balance.
Instructions
- Stand with feet shoulder-width apart, holding a bar overhead with a wide grip.
- Engage your core, and slowly lower down into a squat while keeping the bar stable overhead.
- Keep your chest up and back straight.
- Go as low as you can while maintaining balance.
- Push through your heels to return to the starting position.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Allowing knees to cave inwards.
- Leaning too far forward.
- Failing to hold the bar stable overhead.
- Not going low enough into the squat.
Additional Information
General | |
Difficulty | intermediate |
Force | push |
Mechanic | compound |
Equipment | barbell |
Muscle | quadriceps |