Overhead Squat Video & Instructions

Overhead Squat video exercise guide. On this page you'll learn how to do a Overhead Squat using the correct technique. Below you'll find the Overhead Squat video, pictures, exercise instructions, and tips on how to get the most out of the exercise. Click the play button below to start the video!

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Exercise Instructions:

Setup for the overhead squat but setting the rack to around shoulder height and loading on the weight you want to use. Grip the bar at a wider than shoulder width grip and pick rest it on your upper chest. Take a step back, and and position your feet at around should width apart. Push the barbell above your head and hold it there with arms outstretched. Keeping your eyes facing forward, head up, and chest out, slowly squat down until your thighs are parallel to the floor. Push up through the heels and raise back up. Repeat for desired reps.

Tips:

The overhead involves holding the barbell over the head, so a light weight should be used until you get the technique right. It's very important that your keep your chest out and back arched to keep it from rounding and causing injury. For more tips on squatting see the main squat page.

EXERCISE PROFILE

Primary Muscle(s):
Glutes
Hamstrings
Quadriceps
Secondary Muscle(s):
Shoulders
Mechanics:
Compound
Equipment:
Barbell

Excercise Pictures

Overhead Squat
Overhead Squat

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