Classification
Type | basic |
Mechanics | compound |
Direction | push |
Equipment | - |
Additional Equipment | - |
Instructions
Preparation
Stand upright in very wide stance with feet pointing outward. Let knees point in direction of feet.Execution
Squat down until knees are flexed right-angled. Keep back straight, bend hips and move backward to keep knees above feet. Return, keep legs slightly flexed. Repeat.Variations / Comments
Keep bodyweight on heels and look ahead.![Bodyweight Only Squat, Wide Stance | Starting Position Bodyweight Only Squat, Wide Stance Starting Position](/data/exercisefiles/8/1308.jpg)
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![Bodyweight Only Squat, Wide Stance | Ending Position Bodyweight Only Squat, Wide Stance Ending Position](/data/exercisefiles/9/1309.jpg)
Muscles
Target | Gluteus Maximus |
Synergist | Quadriceps | Soleus |
Stabilizers | Hamstrings | Gastrocnemius | Erector Spinae | Rectus Abdominis |
![Bodyweight Only Squat, Wide Stance | Muscles Front Bodyweight Only Squat, Wide Stance Muscles Front](/data/musclemaps/11/711.jpg)
Front
![Bodyweight Only Squat, Wide Stance | Muscles Rear Bodyweight Only Squat, Wide Stance Muscles Rear](/data/musclemaps/12/712.jpg)
Rear
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