Dumbbell Seated Squat & Press
Dumbbell Seated Squat & Press (neutral grip)
Purpose: General compound strength. Lower body upper body. Push and press.
Quick Coaching Cues
- Feet about hip width apart.
- Squat and press with one motion.
- Back straight, chest up.
Common Mistakes
- Not adjusting the sitting height. If you trouble going down to, or standing up from the bench/box, try raising your sitting height. For a bench or box, you can place a 1-inch foam block, a rubber bumper plate, or a thick book even. For a box, you can use a taller box.
- Chest down. Keep the chest forwards. Use a high sitting height if needed.
- Rounding the lower back. Keep the low back straight.
- Heels off the ground. Keep your heels down.
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