How to do it
Grip the bar evenly with both hands to keep it balanced.
- 1
Kneel on a padded surface with a barbell resting on your shoulders.
- 2
Keeping your upper body upright, sit back onto your heels.
- 3
Push through your knees to return to the starting position.
- 4
Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Expert tip
Keep your torso upright and engage your core to support your spine during the movement.
Common mistakes
- ✕Letting the knees cave inward
- ✕Rising onto one knee first
- ✕Letting the barbell roll up the neck