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Backpack thruster: how to do it
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Backpack in front of your chest
Starting position
Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and hold a closed backpack with both hands in front of your chest.
The movement
Squat down, stand up powerfully and press the backpack overhead, then lower it to your chest.
Most common mistake
Don't press the backpack before standing, use your legs and continue directly into the overhead press.
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