How to do it
Brace your core as if expecting a punch to the stomach.
- 1
Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, holding a dumbbell vertically in front of your chest with both hands.
- 2
Lower your body into a squat position, keeping your back straight and chest up.
- 3
Hold the squat position for 2 seconds, ensuring your elbows lightly touch the insides of your knees.
- 4
Push through your heels to return to the starting position.
- 5
Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Expert tip
Focus on keeping your elbows in line with your knees during the squat to maintain proper form and balance.
Common mistakes
- ✕Rising onto the toes during the descent
- ✕Dropping the chest forward at the bottom
- ✕Skipping the two-second hold at the bottom