Squats (Barbell)
TARGET MUSCLE: Quadriceps, Hamstrings, Glutes
Preparation
Take your hands over the back and grip the bar with a wide grip for stability.
Position the bar so that it is resting on the muscles on the top of your back, not on the back of your neck.
The bar should feel comfortable.
Execution
Keeping your eyes facing forward, slowly lower your body down.
Don’t lean forward as you come down, your buttocks should come out and drop straight down.
Squat down until your thighs are parallel with the floor, then slowly raise your body back up pushing through your heels.
Do not lock the knees out when you stand up, then repeat the movement.
For professional guidance in your exercise program, find a Certified Personal Trainer in your area.
Always consult your physician before beginning any fitness program. The exercises in this library are for suggestion only and should not be substituted for medical diagnosis or treatment. Participate at your own risk and stop if you feel faint or experience shortness of breath.
