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Barbell Back Squat
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Barbell Back Squat

Foundational compound lift that builds the whole lower body.

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Setup & steps

  1. 1Set the bar on the upper back with a braced core
  2. 2Break at the knees and hips together
  3. 3Squat to at least parallel
  4. 4Drive up evenly through the feet

Coaching cues

  1. Knees track over the toes
  2. Maintain a neutral spine
  3. Glutes drive you out of the bottom

Common mistakes

  1. Butt wink at the bottom
  2. Knees caving inward
  3. Heels rising

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