Step by step instructions, muscle activation and variants for the Overhead squat.
The overhead squat is an advanced full-body movement that builds leg strength while demanding exceptional shoulder, hip, and ankle mobility. Holding the barbell overhead forces the core and upper back to stabilize throughout the squat.
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The Overhead squat is a foundational movement that builds strength and muscle through controlled, progressive overload. Train it 1 to 2 times per week with 3 to 5 working sets per session, gradually adding weight or reps as form holds up.