squat to overhead reach
The squat to overhead reach is a bodyweight exercise that combines a traditional squat with an overhead arm extension. It targets the quadriceps while also engaging the glutes, hamstrings, and core. This movement helps improve lower body strength, mobility, and coordination.
Difficulty
Equipment: Bodyweight
Duration: 45seconds
Calories: ~3/per minute
FLEXIBILITY
Target Muscle
quadsLOWER QUADS
Secondary Muscles
gluteshamstringscore
Instructions
- Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and toes slightly turned out.
- Lower your body down into a squat position by bending your knees and pushing your hips back.
- As you come up from the squat, extend your arms overhead, reaching towards the ceiling.
- Return to the starting position by lowering your arms and bending your knees to squat down again.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
