Barbell Squat

Instructions
Preparation
From a rack with barbell upper chest height,
position bar high on back of shoulders and grasp
barbell to sides. Dismount bar from rack and stand
with shoulder width stance.
Execution
Descend until thighs are just past parallel to floor.
Extend knees and hips until legs are straight.
Return and repeat.
Comments
Keep head forward, back straight and feet flat on
the floor; equal distribution of weight throughout
forefoot and heel. Knees should point same
direction as feet throughout movement. See Squat
for targeting Glutes and Squat Analysis.
Classification
Utility: Basic
Mechanics: Compound
Force: Push
Muscles
Target
Quadriceps
Synergists
Gluteus Maximus
Adductor Magnus
Soleus
Dynamic Stabilizers
Hamstrings
Gastrocnemius
Stabilizers
Erector Spinae
Antagonist Stabilizers
Rectus Abdominis
Obliques

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