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barbell full squat (side pov)
Target

glutes

Equipment

barbell

barbell full squat (side pov)

upper legs

How to Perform the barbell full squat (side pov)

1

Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, toes slightly turned out.

2

Hold the barbell across your upper back, resting it on your traps or rear delts.

3

Engage your core and keep your chest up as you begin to lower your body down.

4

Bend at the knees and hips, pushing your hips back and down as if sitting into a chair.

5

Lower your body until your thighs are parallel to the ground or slightly below.

6

Keep your knees in line with your toes and your weight in your heels.

7

Drive through your heels to stand back up, extending your hips and knees.

8

Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Secondary Muscles

quadricepshamstringscalvescore