Safety Barbell Squat

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Safety Barbell Squat

Instructions

Preparation

From a rack with safety barbell at upper chest height, position bar over the shoulders. Dismount bar from rack.

Execution

Grasp rack while descending until thighs are just past parallel to floor. Stand with the assistance of the arms, extending knees and hips until legs are straight. Repeat.

Comments

Keep head forward, back straight and feet flat on the floor; equal distribution of weight through fore foot and heel. Knees should point same direction as feet throughout movement. See Squat Analysis.

Classification

 Utility: Basic
 Mechanics: Compound
 Force: Push

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