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Squat (Box, With Chains) - Barbell

Equipment:Barbell
Type:Compound
Force:Push

Muscles Targeted

Primary

Quadriceps

Secondary

Abductors, Adductors, Calves, Glutes, Hamstrings, Lower Back

How to Perform

  1. 1

    Set up box squat (box behind, bar on back).

  2. 2

    Attach chains securely to barbell sleeves.

  3. 3

    Ensure some chain rests on floor at top position.

  4. 4

    Perform box squat: push hips back, lower onto box, pause.

  5. 5

    Drive explosively off box. Resistance increases as more chain lifts off floor.

  6. 6

    Return to start. Repeat. Focus on accelerating through lift.