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Squat (Frankenstein) - Barbell

Equipment:Barbell
Type:Compound
Force:Push

Muscles Targeted

Primary

Quadriceps

Secondary

Abdominals, Calves, Glutes, Hamstrings

How to Perform

  1. 1

    Set bar in rack at chest height.

  2. 2

    Approach bar, place it across front shoulders.

  3. 3

    Extend arms straight forward parallel to ground (like Frankenstein).

  4. 4

    Lift bar off rack, step back. Feet shoulder-width.

  5. 5

    Keep elbows high, arms extended to balance bar.

  6. 6

    Squat down: hips back, knees bend, torso upright.

  7. 7

    Descend to full depth.

  8. 8

    Drive through heels to return to start.

  9. 9

    Maintain upright torso/high elbows. Repeat.