Squat, Full Squat

Barbell Squat, Full Squat Exercise

Target Muscle: Quadriceps (Thighs)

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

Stablizer Muscle: Rectus Abdominis, Obliques

Synergists: Gluteus Maximus, Adductor Magnus, Soleus

Squat, Full Squat Instructions

Squat, Full Squat Technique

From a rack with barbell upper chest height, position barbell on back of shoulders and grasp bar to sides. Dismount bar from rack.

Squat, Full Squat Form

Bend knees forward while allowing hips to bend back behind, keeping back straight and knees pointed same direction as feet. Descend until knees and hips are fully bent. Extend knees and hips until legs are straight. Return and repeat.

Keep head forward, back straight and feet flat on the floor; equal distribution of weight through fore foot and heel. Knees should point same direction as feet throughout movement. Hip and ankle flexibility is important for both execution and safety in this movement. Certain knee and low back problems may be aggravated by this exercise. See Squat Analysis.

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3. Lunge, Side Lunge
4. Lunge, Walking Lunge
5. Single Leg Split Squat
6. Single Leg Split Squat, Side Split Squat
7. Single Leg Split Squat, Single Leg Squat
8. Single Leg Split Squat, Split Squat
9. Squat
10. Squat, Front Squat
11. Squat, Hack Squat
12. Squat, Safety Squat
13. Step-up