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Barbell Thruster

The Barbell Thruster is a barbell exercise that targets the quads, with the shoulders assisting. Follow the 7 steps below and watch the demo to check your form.

Target muscles
Quads
Also works
Shoulders
Equipment
Barbell
Body part
Upper legs, Shoulders

Step by step

  1. Hold the barbell in the front rack position with elbows high.
  2. Perform a full squat while keeping your chest lifted.
  3. Drive upward from the squat and press the bar overhead in one motion.
  4. Fully extend your arms while stabilizing your core.
  5. Lower the bar back to the front rack position.
  6. Maintain a continuous, smooth movement pattern.
  7. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

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One of 800 exercises in Bravel

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