Barbell Overhead Squat

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Coach's Tips

This advanced full-body move has you squatting with a barbell overhead, challenging your legs, core, and shoulder stability.

1. Grasp the barbell wide and lift it above your head with your arms straight.

2. Position your feet shoulder-width apart, with your toes slightly pointed outward.

3. Open your chest and align the barbell so that it is vertical above your head.

1. Push your hips back and bend your knees to slowly sit down.

2. Aim to lower yourself only until your thighs are parallel to the ground.

3. Keep the barbell vertical with your arms and core to prevent it from leaning forward or backward.

4. Push off the ground with your heels to rise back to the starting position.

Breathe in while going down, and breathe out while standing up.

1. If you lack mobility in your shoulders and hips, practice first with a light bar or PVC.

2. Be mindful of alignment to prevent your knees from collapsing inward.

3. If the barbell collapses, stop and set it upright immediately, and do not increase the weight excessively.

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