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Sandbag Squat Shouldering And Overhead

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Sandbag Squat Shouldering And Overhead Overview

The sandbag squat shouldering and overhead workout is a targeted exercise for the quads and glutes.

The sandbag is used to perform squats, shouldering the bag onto the shoulders, and then lifting it overhead.

While other muscles are engaged, the focus of this workout is on the quads and glutes.

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Sandbag Squat Shouldering And Overhead Instructions

  1. Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, toes slightly turned out.
  2. Place the sandbag on the ground in front of you.
  3. Bend your knees and hinge at the hips to lower into a squat, keeping your chest up and back straight.
  4. Grab the sandbag with both hands, palms facing up.
  5. Drive through your heels and stand up, lifting the sandbag with your legs and hips.
  6. As you stand, bring the sandbag up to your shoulders, keeping your elbows high and the sandbag close to your body.
  7. Press the sandbag overhead, fully extending your arms.
  8. Lower the sandbag back to your shoulders.
  9. Lower into a squat and place the sandbag back on the ground.

Sandbag Squat Shouldering And Overhead Tips

  1. Start with a sandbag that challenges your strength but allows proper form.
  2. Position your feet shoulder-width apart and toes slightly turned out.
  3. Engage your core and maintain a tall posture throughout the exercise.
  4. Lower into a squat by pushing your hips back and bending your knees.
  5. Drive through your heels to stand up, simultaneously shouldering the sandbag.
  6. Once shouldered, press the sandbag overhead, fully extending your arms.

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