Close Stance Barbell Squat

Instructions

1. 1

   Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and toes pointing slightly outward.

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 slowly lower your body by bending your knees and pushing your hips back.

4. 4

   Continue lowering until your thighs are parallel to the ground or slightly below.

5. 5

   Pause for a moment, then push through your heels to return to the starting position.

6. 6

   Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.