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Sandbag Squat Rotated Bear Hug

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Sandbag Squat Rotated Bear Hug Overview

The sandbag squat rotated bear hug workout is a great way to target the quads and obliques.

In this exercise, the sandbag is held in a bear hug position and rotated as you squat.

While it also engages secondary muscles, the focus is mainly on the quads and obliques for a challenging workout.

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Sandbag Squat Rotated Bear Hug Instructions

  1. Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, toes slightly turned out.
  2. Hold the sandbag in front of your chest with both hands, hugging it tightly.
  3. Lower your body into a squat position, keeping your chest up and your back straight.
  4. Go as low as you can while maintaining proper form and control.
  5. Push through your heels to return to the starting position, keeping the sandbag hugged to your chest.
  6. Repeat the squat motion for the desired number of repetitions.

Sandbag Squat Rotated Bear Hug Tips

  1. Start with a sandbag resting on your chest, feet shoulder-width apart.
  2. Engage your core by squeezing your obliques and keeping your back straight.
  3. Lower into a squat position, ensuring your knees don’t go past your toes.
  4. Focus on pushing through your heels to activate your quads.
  5. Keep your chest lifted and maintain a neutral spine throughout the exercise.
  6. Exhale as you push up to the starting position, fully engaging your quads and obliques.

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