This exercise involves lifting a barbell from a squatting position and then pressing it overhead while standing. It targets multiple muscle groups including the legs, core, shoulders, and arms.
Type
Strength
Equipment
Barbell
Difficulty
Intermediate
Key Benefits
- Targets multiple muscle groups including quadriceps, glutes, hamstrings, shoulders, and triceps
- Improves overall strength and power
- Increases muscle mass and definition
- Improves balance and stability
- Can be modified for different fitness levels and goals
- Can be done with minimal equipment
- Can be incorporated into a full body workout routine
How to perform
- Start by standing with your feet shoulder-width apart and your toes pointing slightly outward.
- Hold a barbell with an overhand grip, resting it on your shoulders behind your neck.
- Lower your body into a squat position by bending your knees and pushing your hips back.
- As you stand back up, press the barbell overhead, extending your arms fully.
- Lower the barbell back down to your shoulders as you lower your body back into a squat position.
- Repeat the squat to shoulder press movement for the desired number of repetitions.
FRONT VIEW
BACK VIEW
Glutes
Primary
Hamstrings
Primary
Shoulder
Primary
Triceps
Primary
Calves
Secondary
Abs
Secondary