Banded Squat to Press
Muscle Groups: Quads, Glutes, Shoulders
Banded Squat to Press focuses on Quads, Glutes, Shoulders, with Hamstrings, Triceps, Hips working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Banded Squat to Press with proper form and technique.
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Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, with a resistance band around your thighs just above the knees.
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Lower into a squat by bending your knees and pushing your hips back, keeping your chest up and back straight.
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As you stand back up, press the band overhead by extending your arms fully, engaging your shoulders.
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Return to the starting position and repeat for the desired number of reps.
Tips for Success
These tips will help you perform Banded Squat to Press safely and effectively while maintaining proper form.
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Keep your knees aligned with your toes during the squat to prevent strain.
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Maintain a straight back and engaged core to protect your spine.
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Avoid letting your elbows drop below your shoulders when pressing overhead.
Secondary Muscles
While Banded Squat to Press primarily targets Quads, Glutes, Shoulders , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Hamstrings, Triceps, Hips . Engaging these secondary muscles helps stabilize your body throughout the exercise, improves overall coordination, and contributes to balanced muscle development.
Related Exercises
If you enjoyed Banded Squat to Press, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.
These exercises work the same primary muscles as Banded Squat to Press, making them excellent alternatives for variety in your training program or complementary movements to include in the same workout session. Mixing different exercises that target similar muscle groups helps prevent plateaus, reduces overuse injuries, and keeps your workouts engaging and effective.
