Weighted Squat

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Weighted Squat

Instructions

Preparation

Place weight on dip belt around waist. Step up onto boxes or benches spaced apart; foot on each one. Arms can be extended forward throughout exercise.

Execution

Squat down 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, chest high, and feet flat on the surface; equal distribution of weight through forefoot and heel. Knees should point same direction as feet throughout movement. See Squat Analysis.

Classification

 Utility: Basic or Auxiliary
 Mechanics: Compound
 Force: Push

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Target

Synergists

Dynamic Stabilizers

 

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