How to do it
Fill your belly with air and brace before each descent to protect your spine.
- 1
Step into the leverage machine and position your shoulders under the pads.
- 2
Stand with your feet at shoulder width, toes slightly pointed out.
- 3
Lower your body by bending your knees while keeping your chest up and back straight.
- 4
Descend until your thighs are parallel to the floor.
- 5
Extend your legs to return to the starting position.
- 6
Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Expert tip
Drive through the heels and squeeze your glutes at the top of the movement for maximum muscle activation.
Common mistakes
- ✕Knees caving inward during the descent
- ✕Collapsing the chest forward at the bottom
- ✕Bouncing out of the bottom position