How to do it
Squeeze your glutes hard at the top to fully lock out your hips.
- 1
Stand with feet wider than shoulder-width apart, toes pointing out.
- 2
Squat down and grip the chains or barbell with both hands between your legs.
- 3
Push through your heels and straighten your legs to lift the weight, keeping it close to your body.
- 4
Lower the weight back to the ground under control.
- 5
Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Expert tip
Keep your back straight and chest up throughout the lift to prevent rounding of the spine and to engage the correct muscles.
Common mistakes
- ✕Hips rising before the chest leaves the floor
- ✕Letting the knees cave inward on the ascent
- ✕Drifting the weight away from the shins