How To

Introduction to strength training with Jo McRae: part two – free and loaded squats

Off-the-bike exercises to improve on-the-bike performance


Overhead squat

Raise the bar directly over your head and not in front of your body

The overhead squat is an excellent option with a stick/light bar. Using a similar grip width to the back squat, extend your arms overhead, stretching your upper back as you do so, working hard so that the bar is directly overhead and not forwards of your body. This squat is very demanding on your back and shoulder flexibility but a great way to develop it too.

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