Squat thrust

Squat thrust

A squat thrust is a calisthenic exercise. It typically is performed as follows:

# From a standing "parade rest" position, drop to a squat position with your hands on the ground near your feet.
# Throw the feet back, putting yourself into a push up position.
# Again pull the feet forward to a squat position with hands on the floor.
# Stand again in a parade rest position.
# Repeat many times.

Performing the exercise at a fast speed maximizes its effectiveness.

The exercise is one of the gym tests in the "Superstars" television show.

External links

* [http://youtube.com/watch?v=rpDRwxR6jHI Demonstration video on You Tube]
* [http://news.bbc.co.uk/sportacademy/hi/sa/in_the_gym/exercises/newsid_2083000/2083710.stm Work on your squat thrusts - BBC Sports Academy page]


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