This exercise targets: calves, hamstrings, quadriceps, glutes, chest and shoulders.
For this exercise, you will need: two dumbbells
Squat, with your knees forming a 90 degree angle. Hold your dumbbells at head-level, forming a 90 degree angle in your elbows too. Extend your legs, push the dumbbells overhead, and fully stretch your arms out.
Tips:
Keep your head and chest up, and make sure your knees do not pass your toes.
Start with light weights.
Beginners can perform this exercise without dumbbells, but imitate the movement as you are holding them.
This exercise should be repeated in a smooth and rhythmical fashion, but make sure to keep the proper form.
Don't hold your breath.
Beginners: perform 10 repetitions
Intermediate level: perform 15 repetitions
Advanced level: perform 20 repetitions
For this exercise, you will need: two dumbbells
Squat, with your knees forming a 90 degree angle. Hold your dumbbells at head-level, forming a 90 degree angle in your elbows too. Extend your legs, push the dumbbells overhead, and fully stretch your arms out.
Tips:
Keep your head and chest up, and make sure your knees do not pass your toes.
Start with light weights.
Beginners can perform this exercise without dumbbells, but imitate the movement as you are holding them.
This exercise should be repeated in a smooth and rhythmical fashion, but make sure to keep the proper form.
Don't hold your breath.
Beginners: perform 10 repetitions
Intermediate level: perform 15 repetitions
Advanced level: perform 20 repetitions