Resistance Tube Squat with an Overhead PressThe Resistance Tube Squat with an Overhead Press gives you all the benefits of a squat, with the added benefit of hitting your delts. It's a great time saver and can be done with resistance tubing like I will describe here or with hand weights. 
Before you begin, experiment with the resistance tubing to find one that will give you the resistance you will need.Set the tube on the floor and stand in the middle of it with your feet hip width apart. Grasp the handles with a palms forward grip and descend into a squat keeping the handles close to your shoulders. Keep your knees behind your toes and lead with your buttocks as you squat. Think of sitting back into a chair. Squat as deeply as your flexibility and strength will allow. Eventually working up to a full squat. As you begin to return to a standing position, bring the handles up overhead like in a traditional overhead press. Slowly return your hands to your shoulders and begin another squat. Continue for reps. 
Form is very important when doing this exercise. Make sure you are sitting back in the squat, and that you keep your back flat. Try not to bend forward from the waist. Keeping your head up will help. When standing to do the overhead press, brace your abs and press the tubing straight up and slowly lower it. Don't hyperextend your back.Back to the Top of Resistance Tube Squat Questions? Email me here. Copyright Notice | Privacy Policy | Disclaimer | |