Barbell Squat

Instructions

1. 1

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

2. 2

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

3. 3

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

4. 4

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

5. 5

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

6. 6

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

7. 7

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

8. 8

   Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.