Dowel Balancing Overhead Squat

How to perform it

Step-by-step instructions

1. 01Hold a light dowel overhead across open palms or with the prescribed balance grip and set your feet in a squat stance.
2. 02Straighten your elbows, elevate your shoulders actively, and balance the dowel over the middle of your feet.
3. 03Descend into a squat while keeping your heels grounded and the dowel level.
4. 04Reach only the depth where your knees track with your toes and the dowel does not roll or drift.
5. 05Drive through your whole feet to stand while maintaining the balanced overhead position.