Overview The overhead squat asks you to hold a barbell locked out overhead while descending into, and standing from, a full-depth squat. That single requirement compresses mobility, balance, and strength into one advanced test of athletic control. Mastering the lift strengthens every link in the kinetic chain—from ankle dorsiflexion to thoracic extension—making it an indispensable accessory for Olympic lifters who want bullet‑proof bottom positions, and for functional‑fitness