How to do it
Hinge slightly at the hips to keep your knees tracking over your mid-foot.
- 1
Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart.
- 2
Bend your knees and lower your body halfway down, keeping your back straight and chest up.
- 3
Press through your heels to return to the starting position.
- 4
Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Expert tip
Keep your weight on your heels and avoid letting your knees go past your toes to prevent unnecessary strain on your knee joints.
Common mistakes
- ✕Rising onto the toes during the descent
- ✕Dropping the chest forward as you lower
- ✕Bending deeper than the halfway mark