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Bodyweight Squat

Bodyweight Squat — Start position
Start position
Bodyweight Squat — End position
End position
Region
Knee & Thigh
Equipment
Body Only
Category
Strength
Level
Beginner
Mechanic
compound
Force
push

Muscles worked

  • quadriceps
  • glutes
  • hamstrings

Filled = primary · Outlined = secondary

Source: Free Exercise DB (public domain)

How to perform

  1. Stand with your feet shoulder width apart. You can place your hands behind your head. This will be your starting position.

  2. Begin the movement by flexing your knees and hips, sitting back with your hips.

  3. Continue down to full depth if you are able,and quickly reverse the motion until you return to the starting position. As you squat, keep your head and chest up and push your knees out.

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