Single Arm Overhead Dumbbell Squat
Gym Exercise Card
Equipment
The single arm overhead dumbbell squat enhances core stability and builds strength in the legs and shoulders. This exercise combines a squat with an overhead press-like position, challenging balance and coordination.
How to do it
- Hold a dumbbell overhead with one arm fully extended.
- Position your feet shoulder-width apart.
- Lower into a squat, keeping your back straight and the dumbbell aligned over your shoulder.
- Drive through your heels to return to the starting position.
- Maintain core engagement and balance throughout the movement.
Muscles worked
Primary Deltoid Lateral Gluteus Maximus Quadriceps
Secondary Erector Spinae Hamstrings Obliques Rectus Abdominis Triceps Brachii
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