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Squat with Bar (Hamstrings)

What it does?

The squat is a movement used every time you sit or stand and if you want strong legs and a core then this is a key movement. It will target a large range of leg muscles in particular the hamstrings and quads.

What you need?

Olympic Bar/Barbell

How do you do it?

- Start off standing upright, holding the bar behind your head with feet about shoulder width apart
- Slowly bend your knees and lower yourself down as if you were sitting
- Hold your arms out to the sides or in front of you for balance
- Go down until your thighs are parallel with the floor
- Pause briefly and raise yourself back up to the starting position, using your legs
- Do 3 sets of 8-12 repetitions

Key Points

- Keep your head and chest up throughout the movement
- Don't let your knees travel past your toes as you bend
- Use caution when lifting the bar overhead


 
 

 

 
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