How to do it
Grip the bar evenly with both hands just outside shoulder width.
- 1
Stand with your feet hip-width apart, holding a barbell across your upper back.
- 2
Step forward with one leg and lower your hips until both knees are bent at about a 90-degree angle.
- 3
Push back up to the starting position through the heel of your front foot.
- 4
Repeat on the other leg and continue alternating.
Expert tip
Keep your torso upright and core engaged throughout the movement to maintain balance and stability.
Common mistakes
- ✕Front knee caving inward on descent
- ✕Taking too short a step for 90-degree bend
- ✕Rear foot rolling outward at the bottom