Overhead Walk
Muscle Groups: Shoulders, Abs
Overhead Walk focuses on Shoulders, Abs, with Abs, Hamstrings, Lower Back, Shoulders, Quads, Traps, Forearm working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Overhead Walk with proper form and technique.
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Stand tall with your feet shoulder-width apart, holding a weight or barbell overhead with both arms straight.
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Engage your core and keep your elbows locked as you take small, controlled steps forward.
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Maintain your gaze forward and keep your shoulders relaxed throughout the movement.
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Walk for a set distance or number of steps, then carefully lower the weight back to the starting position.
Tips for Success
These tips will help you perform Overhead Walk safely and effectively while maintaining proper form.
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Avoid arching your back; keep your core tight to maintain proper posture.
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Move slowly and steadily to prevent losing balance or dropping the weight.
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Ensure the weight is not too heavy; start light to master form before increasing weight.
Secondary Muscles
While Overhead Walk primarily targets Shoulders, Abs , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Abs, Hamstrings, Lower Back, Shoulders, Quads, Traps, Forearm . 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 Overhead Walk, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.
These exercises work the same primary muscles as Overhead Walk, 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.
