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Barbell Overhead Squat

This exercise involves holding a barbell locked out overhead while performing a squat through a full range of motion. The movement requires maintaining shoulder stability, core control, and an upright torso as the lifter lowers into the squat and returns to a standing position.

QuadricepsBarbell
Barbell Overhead Squat
Primary muscle
Primary: Quadriceps
Secondary muscles
Glutes Secondary: Shoulders, Core
Equipment
Barbell
Category
Quadriceps
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