Squat

Dumbbell Squat Exercise

Target Muscle: Quadriceps (Thighs)

Workout Mechanics: Compound | Workout Force: Push Exercise | Utility: Basic or Auxiliary

Stablizer Muscle: Rectus Abdominis, Obliques

Synergists: Gluteus Maximus, Adductor Magnus, Soleus

Squat Instructions

Squat Technique

Stand with dumbbells grasped to sides.

Squat Form

Bend knees forward slightly while allowing hips to bend back behind, keeping back straight and knees pointed same direction as feet. Descend until thighs are just past parallel to floor. Extend knees and hips until legs are straight. Return and repeat.

Keep head forward, back straight, chest high, arms straight to sides, and feet flat on the floor; equal distribution of weight through forefoot and heel. Knees should point same direction as feet throughout movement. See Squat Analysis.

Related Dumbbell Exercises
1. Lunge
2. Lunge, Rear Lunge
3. Lunge, Side Lunge
4. Lunge, Walking Lunge
5. Single Leg Split Squat
6. Single Leg Split Squat, Single Leg Squat
7. Single Leg Split Squat, Split Squat
8. Step-up