Wide-grip Overhead Barbell Split Squat
Muscle Groups: Quads, Glutes
Wide-grip Overhead Barbell Split Squat focuses on Quads, Glutes, with Hamstrings, Shoulders working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Wide-grip Overhead Barbell Split Squat with proper form and technique.
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Stand tall with a barbell held overhead, arms fully extended and a wide grip.
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Step one foot forward and the other foot back, finding a stable split squat stance with your feet about hip-width apart.
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Keep your torso upright and your core engaged as you slowly lower your back knee towards the floor.
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Descend until your front thigh is parallel to the floor and your back knee is just above the ground.
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Drive through your front heel to push back up to the starting split squat position, maintaining the barbell overhead.
Secondary Muscles
While Wide-grip Overhead Barbell Split Squat primarily targets Quads, Glutes , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Hamstrings, Shoulders . 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 Wide-grip Overhead Barbell Split Squat, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.
These exercises work the same primary muscles as Wide-grip Overhead Barbell Split Squat, 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.
