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Double Dumbbell Overhead Squats The double DB overhead squat requires a ton of strength and mobility and are extremely tough... especially when paired with burpee box jumps and performed at high speeds. Julie and Andres of the Freaks demo moving through them in the Partner Forward here. Watch full races here - https://www.youtube.com/c/FloridaGridLeague #juliegonzalez #andresmontenegro #miamifreaks #overheadsquats #gridleague #strongwomen #strongmen #fitnessmotivation #fitness #team #equalityins

LET'S TALK ABOUT THE OVERHEAD SQUAT... . Having lots of mobility is key to being as efficient as possible in this very difficult squat variation. And ankle mobility is one of the most important areas to address. . On the left you'll see me performing the overhead squat with a box limiting my forward knee translation. This simulates someone with stiff ankles. Notice how this forces my trunk to lean forward more which then leads to my shoulders having to go into a TON of abduction / flexion. This

The toughest movement for many CrossFit athletes is the overhead squat due to its mobility demands. This move will hit so many of the areas you need moving well, specifically for the overhead squat. ✅ The band pulls your knees forward, allowing you to squat more upright ✅ With the band positioned around the mid-back, you’ll try to arch the upper back for better positioning ✅ Pulling elbows back will open up the shoulders and pecs for great positioning to stabilize the bar overhead Follow for mor