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Squat

Squat: Quadriceps.

Primary muscles
Quadriceps
Secondary muscles
Calves, Glutes, Hamstrings, Lower back
Equipment
Bodyweight
Difficulty
Beginner
Category
Strength
Mechanic
Compound
Force
Push

Movement notes

  1. To start out, place both feet shoulder width apart from each other.
  2. Your hands should be held next to your face for this exercise. This is the starting position.
  3. Slowly start to bend the knees and lower the legs so that your thighs are parallel to the floor while exhaling.
  4. Use the heel of your feet to push your body up to the starting position as you exhale.
  5. Repeat for the recommended amount of repetitions.
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