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Jul 23, 2018 · The thruster is a well-known compound exercise that’s part of the CrossFit workout program. It's a combination of a front squat and an overhead press.

The movement works from full flexion to full extension at the ankle, knee, hip, shoulder, and arm, and involves most of the major muscle groups. These factors earn the thruster its reputation …

Jun 22, 2025 · First, learn the move with a dowel or unloaded barbell so you can perfect your form before adding weight. The move involves combining a deep barbell squat with an overhead …

Jul 1, 2024 · These workout progressions can help a beginner athlete learn how to perform a thruster and ultimately reach advanced proficiency with it.

Dec 24, 2024 · What is a Thruster? At its core, the thruster is a combination of two foundational compound movements: the front squat and the overhead press. Performed in one fluid motion, …

Jun 25, 2025 · In this article, we will cover how to perform the basic thruster exercise and step-by-step instructions for some of the best thruster modifications and variations so that you can put …

Dec 9, 2024 · You rest a barbell on your upper traps and do a normal thruster. This variation targets your shoulders and triceps and it can help improve shoulder mobility and overhead …

In this guide, we’ll break down the thruster movement, necessary equipment, scaling options, common mistakes to avoid, and the benefits of incorporating this powerful exercise into your …

Sep 11, 2023 · A thruster workout is a combination exercise that puts a squat and an overhead press together, performing as one smooth movement. It is also a full-body exercise involving …