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Squat
Muscles involved
The bodyweight squat is the foundation of leg training. It builds strength and mobility with no equipment.
How to do it
- Stand with your feet wider than shoulder-width apart and toes pointing outwards, in a sumo position.
- Keep your head and torso upright and inhale as you descend by bending your knees.
- Lower until your thighs are parallel to the floor, with your arms in front of your thighs.
- 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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PrincipianteFrequently asked questions
Squat: which muscles does it work?
Squat mainly works: Glutes, Quadriceps. It also involves: Gluteus maximus, Adductor magnus, Soleus.
What is Squat good for?
The bodyweight squat is the foundation of leg training. It builds strength and mobility with no equipment.
How do you do Squat with proper form?
- 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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