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Squat

 
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Classification
Type basic
Mechanics compound
Direction push
Equipment 2 dumbbells
Additional Equipment -
x Rate Squat
 

Itīs an effective exercise.
 


Itīs a practicable exercise.
 


Itīs an often applied exercise.
 

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Instructions

Preparation

Grasp dumbbell and stand upright with feet shoulderwide apart. Let feet point forward. Hold dumbbells to sides and keep arms extended.

Execution

Squat down until knees are flexed right-angled. Keep back straight, bend and move hips backward to keep knees above feet. Return, keep knees slightly flexed. Repeat.

Variations / Comments

Keep bodyweight on heels and look ahead to keep back straight.

Dumbbell Squat Starting Position Starting Position
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Dumbbell Squat Ending Position Ending Position

Muscles

Target Gluteus Maximus
Synergist Quadriceps | Soleus
Stabilizers Hamstrings | Gastrocnemius | Erector Spinae | Trapezius, Upper | Trapezius, Middle | Rectus Abdominis
Dumbbell Squat Muscles Front
Front
Dumbbell Squat Muscles Rear
Rear
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