Barbell Squat

Equipment: Barbell

Barbell Squat

Description

To perform a squat with a barbell, follow these steps:

  1. Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and the barbell resting on your upper back.
  2. Brace your core and keep your chest up as you lower your hips until your thighs are parallel to the floor.
  3. Push through your heels and squeeze your glutes to stand up to the starting position.
  4. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Primary Muscles

  • Gluteus Maximus
  • Quadriceps

Synergistic Muscles

  • Adductor Magnus
  • Soleus