Exercise library · Quads
Barbell Squats
The Barbell Squats is a barbell exercise that targets the quads, with the glutes and hamstrings assisting. Follow the 7 steps below.
- Target muscles
- Quads
- Also works
- Glutes, Hamstrings
- Equipment
- Barbell
- Body part
- Upper legs
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 the knees and pushing hips back into a squat.
- Keep chest up and knees tracking over toes.
- Push through your heels to return to the starting position.
- Maintain controlled movement and steady breathing.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
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