Barbell wide squat

Barbell wide squat

The barbell wide squat is a compound lower body exercise that targets the quadriceps, with secondary emphasis on the glutes, hamstrings, and calves. It involves holding a barbell across the upper back and performing a squat with a wide stance.

The barbell wide squat is a compound lower body exercise that targets the quadriceps, with secondary emphasis on the glutes, hamstrings, and calves. It involves holding a barbell across the upper back and performing a squat with a wide stance.

The barbell wide squat is a compound lower body exercise that targets the quadriceps, with secondary emphasis on the glutes, hamstrings, and calves. It involves holding a barbell across the upper back and performing a squat with a wide stance.

How to Do the Barbell wide squat

How to Do the Barbell wide squat

How to Do the Barbell wide squat

Stand with your feet wider than shoulder-width apart, toes pointing slightly outward. Hold the barbell across your upper back, resting it on your traps or rear delts. Engage your core and keep your chest up as you lower your body down into a squat, pushing your hips back and bending your knees. Lower until your thighs are parallel to the ground, or as low as you can comfortably go. Pause for a moment at the bottom, then push through your heels to return to the starting position. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Difficulty

Intermediate

Category

Strength

Target Muscle

Quads

Quads

Secondary Muscles

glutes, hamstrings, calves

Equipment

Barbell

Body Part

Upper legs

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