Power Squat Chops

Muscle Groups: Obliques, Quads, Glutes

Power Squat Chops focuses on Obliques, Quads, Glutes, with Abs, Hips working as supporting muscles.

How to Perform

Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Power Squat Chops with proper form and technique.

  1. 1

    Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, holding a weight or medicine ball at your chest.

  2. 2

    Lower into a squat while rotating your torso to one side, keeping your back straight and knees aligned with your toes.

  3. 3

    Rise from the squat and twist your torso back to the center as you lift the weight overhead on the opposite side.

  4. 4

    Return to the starting position and repeat, alternating sides.

Tips for Success

These tips will help you perform Power Squat Chops safely and effectively while maintaining proper form.

  • Keep your core engaged throughout the movement to protect your back.

  • Ensure your knees do not extend past your toes during the squat to prevent strain.

  • Use a light weight at first to master your form before increasing the load.

Secondary Muscles

While Power Squat Chops primarily targets Obliques, Quads, Glutes , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Abs, 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 Power Squat Chops, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.

These exercises work the same primary muscles as Power Squat Chops, 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.

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