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Squat (Jerk Dip) - Barbell

Equipment:Barbell
Type:Compound
Force:Push

Muscles Targeted

Primary

Quadriceps

Secondary

Abdominals, Calves, Glutes, Shoulders, Core

How to Perform

  1. 1

    Start bar in front rack, feet hip-width.

  2. 2

    Keep torso upright, core braced.

  3. 3

    Perform dip phase of Jerk: Bend knees quickly, allowing them to track forward.

  4. 4

    Keep hips under shoulders, avoid leaning forward.

  5. 5

    Dip to controlled depth.

  6. 6

    Drive back up immediately (practice drive phase separately).

  7. 7

    Focus on vertical torso/balance during dip.

  8. 8

    Repeat dip only.