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This exercise will require a stretch band of appropriate length and tension, dumbbells, or other free weights. Raise the weight(s) or handles of the stretch band to your shoulders. Squat down (see Air Squat for proper technique) making sure to keep your back straight and your feet as flat as possible. Try not to let your heels come off the ground. Squat as low as possible. Ideally your hamstrings should touch your calves. From the down position explode upward using your legs and hips. As you push upward with your legs, begn pressing upward with your arms simultaneously so the weight/resistance goes overhead. Keep your back straight and your head up as you perform this exercise. At the top of the motion, your arms are extended overhead and you're standing straight up. This is a whole body exercise and works best with dumbbells or a barbell.
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