Squat
Quads • Back, Butt, Calves, Thighs, Glutes
How to do Squat
Follow each step to master the movement.
Step 1: Using a squat rack, place the barbell at shoulder height.
Step 2: Turn around so that the barbell is below your neck and behind your shoulders.
Step 3: With your arms positioned wide on the barbell, push up with your legs and straighten up to lift the barbell onto your back.
Step 4: Step forward and place your feet shoulder-width apart with your toes pointing slightly outward.
Step 5: With your back straight and your head up, inhale and bend your knees until you are in a seated position and your knees are perpendicular to your toes.
Step 6: Exhaling, push off with your heels to straighten your legs and return to a standing position.
Step 7: Repeat.
Step 2: Turn around so that the barbell is below your neck and behind your shoulders.
Step 3: With your arms positioned wide on the barbell, push up with your legs and straighten up to lift the barbell onto your back.
Step 4: Step forward and place your feet shoulder-width apart with your toes pointing slightly outward.
Step 5: With your back straight and your head up, inhale and bend your knees until you are in a seated position and your knees are perpendicular to your toes.
Step 6: Exhaling, push off with your heels to straighten your legs and return to a standing position.
Step 7: Repeat.