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StrengthIntermediate

Squat (Box) - Barbell

Equipment:Barbell
Type:Compound
Force:Push

Muscles Targeted

Primary

Quadriceps

Secondary

Calves, Glutes, Hamstrings, Lower Back

How to Perform

  1. 1

    Place box/bench behind you in squat rack.

  2. 2

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

  3. 3

    Lift off rack, step back, position feet shoulder-width in front of box.

  4. 4

    Chest up, back straight. Initiate squat by pushing hips back.

  5. 5

    Lower until glutes gently touch box. Keep shins relatively vertical.

  6. 6

    Pause briefly on box (relax hip flexors, don't bounce).

  7. 7

    Drive through heels, chest leading up, return to start.

  8. 8

    Repeat.