The overhead squat is a complex Olympic weightlifting movement that should be tackled by experienced lifters. Essentially the exercise is a deep squat while holding a barbell overhead with straight arms. The movement is a very challenging core exercise, demonstrating excellent stability and balance whilst developing impressive speed and power skills.

How to Overhead Squat:

1. Stand with feet at least shoulder width apart and a barbell on the floor in front of you.
2. Bend at the knees and grip the barbell (palms facing you in a pronated position) with the hands wider than shoulder width from each other
3. Snatch a barbell up to the chest and overhead. The bar should be positioned slightly behind the head with the arms fully extended (this is the starting position)
4. Slowly lower the weight by bending at the knees until the thighs are parallel to the ground
5. Drive the weight back up to the starting position with the feet and legs, and repeat for required reps

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