How to do it
Brace your abs before each descent to stabilize your trunk.
- 1
Stand with feet slightly wider than shoulder-width apart, hands behind your head.
- 2
Lower your body into a deep squat, keeping your knees in line with your toes.
- 3
Push through your heels to return to the starting position.
- 4
Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Expert tip
Keep your chest up and back straight throughout the movement to maintain proper form and maximize engagement of the target muscles.
Common mistakes
- ✕Letting the knees collapse inward
- ✕Rising onto the toes at the bottom
- ✕Dropping the elbows forward off the head