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Plate Thruster - Exercise Guide | Gymcierge

Exercises›Quadriceps›Plate Thruster

Plate Thruster

Quadriceps Shouldersbarbell

Coaching Tips

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Keep elbows high
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Explode from the squat
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Lock out arms overhead

Common Mistakes to Avoid

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Leaning forward
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Not fully extending arms
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Slow drive up

Muscles Targeted

Primary

Secondary

Stabilizers

QuadricepsShouldersGlutes

Primary: Quadriceps, Shoulders

Secondary: Glutes

Quick Info

Type: Compound

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