How to do it
Grip the bar tightly and drive your elbows down to create a solid shelf.
- 1
Stand with your feet wider than shoulder-width apart, toes pointing out.
- 2
Hold a barbell across your upper back with a wide grip.
- 3
Squat down by bending your knees and pushing your hips back.
- 4
Go down until your thighs are parallel to the floor.
- 5
Push through your heels to return to the starting position.
- 6
Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Expert tip
Keep your knees tracking over your toes and push your hips back to maintain proper form and maximize glute activation.
Common mistakes
- ✕Heels rising off the floor during the squat
- ✕Rounding the lower back at the bottom
- ✕Letting the chest drop forward