Intermediate
Overhead Dumbbell Split Squat
Author
Owen JonesUpdated
17 Sep 2024Demonstration Video
- Description
- Instructions
- Muscle Groups
- Tips
Exercise Description
Overhead Dumbbell Split Squat strengthens your core, shoulders, and lower body. Using dumbbells improves balance due to the instability of the weights and places less strain on the shoulder joint.
Exercise Instructions
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Step 1
Stand with your feet staggered, placing one foot in front of the other. Hold a dumbbell in each hand above your head. -
Step 2
Bend both knees at a 90-degree angle as you descend towards the floor. Pull your back knee towards the floor. Tighten your abs, keep your arms above your head, and maintain your balance. Don't lean too far forward. Return to the standing position.
Muscle Groups
Overhead Dumbbell Split Squat targets Abs, Delts, Legs, Lower Body, Shoulders, Total Body as seen below.
Exercise Tips
- Don't let the dumbbells swing in front of or behind your head.
- When making the lunge, keep your chest straight and don't let your upper back rotate.
- Be sure to keep your weight on your heels, and don't stand on your toes as you move forward.
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