Exercise library · Quads
Hack Squats Machine
The Hack Squats Machine is a hack squat machine exercise that targets the quads, with the glutes and hamstrings assisting. Follow the 7 steps below.

- Target muscles
- Quads
- Also works
- Glutes, Hamstrings
- Equipment
- Hack squat machine
- Body part
- Upper legs
Step by step
- Position yourself on the hack squat machine with feet shoulder-width apart on the platform.
- Engage your core and keep back against the pads.
- Lower your body by bending the knees 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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