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Squat (Zercher) - Barbell

Equipment:Barbell
Type:Compound
Force:Push

Muscles Targeted

Primary

Quadriceps, Glutes

Secondary

Calves, Hamstrings, Forearms, Biceps, Upper Back, Core

How to Perform

  1. 1

    Set bar in rack ~waist height.

  2. 2

    Place bar in crook of elbows, clasp hands.

  3. 3

    Lift bar off rack.

  4. 4

    Step back, feet shoulder-width.

  5. 5

    Keep torso upright.

  6. 6

    Squat down, elbows track inside knees.

  7. 7

    Lower thighs parallel or deeper.

  8. 8

    Drive through feet to return.

  9. 9

    Repeat.