Deadlift to Squat Thrust Exercise

Here's one of my favourite exercises -  The Deadlift Squat Thrust:

-start with a light weight (bar, dumbbell or kettlebell)
-shoulders back
-chest up and open
-arms straight, shoulder width apart
-glutes move back, mentally focus on glutes and hamstrings
-work through the heels
-keep bar close to the body, slide down along quads
-watch that knees don't cave inward
-look ahead while lifting and lowering

Adding the squat thrust to the deadlift increases the intensity and cardiovascular benefits. There is additional upper body work through the arms, chest and midsection.  The deadlift also works the upper body and lower body with focus on the posterior chain.

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