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StrengthBody weight

Narrow Squat from Deficit

Intensity
10–20 reps
MET
4.5energy expenditure
Type
Strength

Target muscles

  • Glutes50%
  • Quads40%

Supporting muscles

  • Calves
Language:RUEN

How to do it

Brace your abs as if for a punch before each rep.

  1. 1

    Stand on a raised platform with your feet closer than shoulder-width apart.

  2. 2

    Lower your body by bending your knees and hips, keeping your weight on your heels.

  3. 3

    Squat down as low as you can while maintaining form.

  4. 4

    Push through your heels to return to the starting position.

  5. 5

    Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Expert tip

Keep your knees tracking over your toes and your chest up to maintain proper form and balance.

Common mistakes

  • ✕Rising onto the toes during the descent
  • ✕Hips shooting up before the chest on ascent
  • ✕Bouncing out of the bottom without control
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