Barbell high bar squat

Barbell high bar squat

The barbell high bar squat is a compound lower body exercise that primarily targets the glutes, with significant involvement from the quadriceps, hamstrings, calves, and core. It requires placing a barbell on the upper back (traps) and performing a squat movement.

The barbell high bar squat is a compound lower body exercise that primarily targets the glutes, with significant involvement from the quadriceps, hamstrings, calves, and core. It requires placing a barbell on the upper back (traps) and performing a squat movement.

The barbell high bar squat is a compound lower body exercise that primarily targets the glutes, with significant involvement from the quadriceps, hamstrings, calves, and core. It requires placing a barbell on the upper back (traps) and performing a squat movement.

How to Do the Barbell high bar squat

How to Do the Barbell high bar squat

How to Do the Barbell high bar squat

Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, toes slightly turned out. Place the barbell on your upper back, resting it on your traps. Engage your core and keep your chest up as you begin to squat down, pushing your hips back and bending your knees. Lower yourself until your thighs are parallel to the ground, or as low as you can comfortably go. Drive through your heels to stand back up, extending your hips and knees. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Difficulty

Intermediate

Category

Strength

Target Muscle

Glutes

Glutes

Secondary Muscles

quadriceps, hamstrings, calves, core

Equipment

Barbell

Body Part

Upper legs

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