thrusters

Intermediate ⚽ Sports / Fitness

Definition

A compound movement combining a front squat with an overhead press in one fluid motion, efficiently destroying your legs, shoulders, lungs, and will to continue existing in a single exercise.

Example Usage

The WOD called for 100 thrusters at 95 pounds—I'm currently accepting thoughts, prayers, and new knees.

Origin

CrossFit terminology from the early 2000s, combining Olympic lifting components

Fun Fact

Thrusters engage more muscle groups simultaneously than almost any other movement, which scientifically explains why they feel like being attacked by fitness itself.

Source: CrossFit and Olympic weightlifting derivative terminology

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