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Squat (Full-Depth) - Barbell

Equipment:Barbell
Type:Compound
Force:Push

Muscles Targeted

Primary

Quadriceps

Secondary

Calves, Glutes, Hamstrings, Lower Back

How to Perform

  1. 1

    Set bar in rack below shoulder height. Place bar on upper back (traps).

  2. 2

    Grip bar wider than shoulders. Lift off rack, step back.

  3. 3

    Feet shoulder-width, toes slightly out.

  4. 4

    Chest up, back straight, core engaged.

  5. 5

    Inhale. Push hips back, bend knees, lower into deep squat.

  6. 6

    Aim for hips below knees (full depth), maintaining upright torso.

  7. 7

    Keep knees tracking over toes.

  8. 8

    Exhale. Drive through heels to return to start.

  9. 9

    Repeat.