Male
Squat
Muscles involved
How to do it
1. Stand with your feet wider than shoulder-width apart and toes pointing outwards, in a sumo position. 2. Keep your head and torso upright and inhale as you descend by bending your knees. 3. Lower until your thighs are parallel to the floor, with your arms in front of your thighs. 4. Hold the position for 2 seconds, exhale and return to the starting position, repeating the movement.
Equipment required
Muscles worked
Tips
- Keep your chest elevated and your back straight during the entire movement. - Your knee should not go past your toes when lowering. - Distribute the weight across your entire foot, especially on your heels.
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