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Barbell Bench Squats
The Barbell Bench Squats is a barbell exercise that targets the quads, with the glutes assisting. Follow the 7 steps below.
Step by step
- Stand upright with feet shoulder-width apart, holding a barbell across your upper back.
- Engage your core and keep your back straight.
- Lower your body by bending your knees and pushing your hips back until your glutes lightly touch the bench behind you.
- Push through your heels to return to the starting position.
- Keep chest up and knees tracking over toes throughout the movement.
- Maintain controlled movement and steady breathing.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
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