Squat
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Equipment:
Barbell -
Area Worked:
Legs -
Type of Workout:
Weight
Exercise Description:
The barbell squat is a compound strength-training exercise that targets the muscles of the lower body, including the quadriceps, glutes, and hamstrings. It is performed by holding a barbell across the back of the shoulders and lowering the body down into a squat position, and then standing back up again. This exercise helps to improve overall lower body strength and power, as well as improve core strength and stability.
To perform the barbell squat, start by standing with your feet hip-width apart and holding a barbell across the back of your shoulders, with your hands gripping the barbell just outside of your shoulders. Engage your core and keep your back straight as you bend your knees and hips to lower your body down into a squat position, going as low as you can while keeping your heels on the ground and your back straight. From the bottom of the squat, explosively stand back up, pushing through your heels and using your glutes and legs to power yourself back to the starting position. Repeat the movement for the desired number of reps.
It is important to maintain good form throughout the exercise to avoid injury and get the most out of the movement. Keep your core engaged and your back straight, and avoid arching your back or letting your knees cave inwards as you squat. Also, be sure to use a weight that is challenging but not too heavy, so that you can perform the movement with good control and without straining.
As you become more comfortable with the barbell squat, you can increase the weight of the barbell or the number of reps to continue challenging yourself and improving your strength and power. This exercise can be performed as part of a full-body workout or as a standalone exercise to target specific muscle groups.
Muscles Involved
Stabilizer Muscles Involved
Dynamic Stabilizer Muscles Involved
Antagonist Stabilizer Muscles Involved
Synergist Muscles Involved
Exercise Variations
Rehab Exercise For Injuires
Sports Enhanced By Exercise
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