Thruster

Thruster How To

Why do it?

Thrusters start from a full squat, increasing the contribution from the legs compared to a Push Press.

Form Check

Power from hip drive Full squat Arms once standing
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Instructions

  1. Begin with the barbell on a rack at shoulder height
  2. Lift the barbell off the rack onto your shoulders with your hands under the bar
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  1. Squat down into a full squat position
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  1. Recoil back up from the hips
  2. Push with your shoulders once standing to keep the bar moving upward
  3. Stand with your arms straight above your head
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  1. Lower the bar to neck height and repeat
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