Power Up with Carolyn’s Single Arm Squat to Press

Carolyn is in the gym demonstrating the Single Arm Squat to Press, a dynamic full-body exercise that combines lower-body strength with upper-body power. This move builds coordination, stability, and muscle tone while training your body to move as one connected unit.

The Single Arm Squat to Press targets your legs, glutes, core, and shoulders all in one motion, making it perfect for anyone looking to make their workouts more efficient and functional.

How to Perform the Single Arm Squat to Press:

Start Strong: Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, holding a dumbbell in your right hand at shoulder height.

Engage Your Core: Keep your chest lifted and your core tight to support your spine.

Squat Down: Lower into a squat by bending your knees and pushing your hips back, keeping your weight in your heels.

Drive Up: As you stand, press the dumbbell overhead, fully extending your arm.

Return Smoothly: Bring the weight back to shoulder height and move into the next rep.

Switch Sides: After your set, repeat on the opposite side for balanced strength.

Why It Is Effective:

The Single Arm Squat to Press is a compound movement that strengthens multiple muscle groups at once. It builds leg and shoulder strength, improves core stability, and enhances coordination and balance. Because it challenges one side of the body at a time, it also helps correct muscle imbalances.

This exercise is excellent for:

Functional strength and power

Total-body conditioning

Core and balance development

Efficient, time-saving workouts

Pro Tip from Carolyn:

Keep your torso upright and avoid leaning forward as you press.

Move with control rather than rushing through each rep.

Focus on a smooth transition from squat to press for maximum effectiveness.

Watch Carolyn’s video to see how to perform the Single Arm Squat to Press with perfect form and bring full-body strength to your next workout.