Equipmentbarbell
Difficultyintermediate
deltsshoulders
Barbell Thruster
The barbell thruster is a compound exercise that combines a front squat with an overhead press, targeting the shoulders and engaging multiple muscle groups for strength and power.
Step-by-Step Form & Technique
- 1.Start by standing with your feet shoulder-width apart, holding a barbell at shoulder height with an overhand grip.
- 2.Lower into a squat position by bending your knees and pushing your hips back.
- 3.As you reach the bottom of the squat, explosively drive through your heels to stand up, simultaneously pressing the barbell overhead.
- 4.Lower the barbell back to shoulder height as you lower back into the squat position.
- 5.Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Secondary Muscles
quadricepsgluteshamstringscore
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