The Overhead Squat

The overhead squat is the one of the best way to test an individuals fitness level. The overhead squat will challenge your flexibility, strength, balance, coordination,strength and athletic power. This movement engages your entire body at once and develops massive core and shoulder stability. The overhead squat is also a great way to warm up and develop other lifts. This movement takes time to develop so practice makes perfect. Start with a PVC pipe to mimic the movement before you attempt using weight.



Here are a couple helpful hints to help you develop your overhead squat:

Keep your grip as wide as needed to maintain the bar directly overhead
Keep your head up and focus your eyes on one spot in front of you
Take a deep breathe and hold it throughout the entire lift
Start by shooting your hips back and sitting into the bottom of the squat
Push your knees out and apart as you descend
Drive your hips up and forward once you have broken parallel
How often do you practice the overhead squat?

Today’s WOD:

5-10-20-10-5

Overhead Squat / Ring Push Ups

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