Weighted Bench Squat with Rotational Chop
Muscle Groups: Obliques, Quads, Glutes
Weighted Bench Squat with Rotational Chop focuses on Obliques, Quads, Glutes, with Abs working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Weighted Bench Squat with Rotational Chop with proper form and technique.
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Stand with feet shoulder-width apart, holding a weight in both hands at chest level.
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Lower into a squat, keeping your knees behind your toes and your chest up.
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As you rise, twist your torso to one side, extending the weight overhead, then return to the starting position and repeat on the other side.
Tips for Success
These tips will help you perform Weighted Bench Squat with Rotational Chop safely and effectively while maintaining proper form.
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Keep your core engaged throughout the movement to maintain stability.
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Avoid letting your knees collapse inward; they should track over your toes during the squat.
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Use a weight that allows you to maintain good form without straining.
Secondary Muscles
While Weighted Bench Squat with Rotational Chop primarily targets Obliques, Quads, Glutes , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Abs . 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 Weighted Bench Squat with Rotational Chop, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.
These exercises work the same primary muscles as Weighted Bench Squat with Rotational Chop, 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.
