Classification
Type | basic |
Mechanics | compound |
Direction | push |
Equipment | barbell |
Additional Equipment | (rack) |
Instructions
Preparation
Grasp barbell with wide overhand grip and place it on back of shoulders. When using rack, dismount barbell from rack. Stand upright with feet about shoulderwide apart.Execution
Bend knees and hip, move hip backward and knees forward until legs are flexed right-angled. Keep back straight. Return, keep knees slightly flexed. Repeat.Variations / Comments
Look ahead throughout motion. Keep weight on heels. Let knees point in same direction as feet.![Barbell Squat | Starting Position Barbell Squat Starting Position](/data/exercisefiles/24/2924.jpg)
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![Barbell Squat | Ending Position Barbell Squat Ending Position](/data/exercisefiles/25/2925.jpg)
Muscles
Target | Quadriceps |
Synergist | Gluteus Maximus | Hip Adductors | Soleus |
Stabilizers | Erector Spinae | Rectus Abdominis | Obliques | Hamstrings | Gastrocnemius |
![Barbell Squat | Muscles Front Barbell Squat Muscles Front](/data/musclemaps/7/607.jpg)
Front
![Barbell Squat | Muscles Rear Barbell Squat Muscles Rear](/data/musclemaps/8/608.jpg)
Rear
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