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Barbell Hack Squat — Start
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Barbell Hack Squat

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Target Muscles

QuadsCalvesForearmsHamstrings

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How to perform

  1. 1

    Stand up straight while holding a barbell behind you at arms length and your feet at shoulder width. Tip: A shoulder width grip is best with the palms of your hands facing back. You can use wrist wraps for this exercise for a better grip. This will be your starting position.

  2. 2

    While keeping your head and eyes up and back straight, squat until your upper thighs are parallel to the floor. Breathe in as you slowly go down.

  3. 3

    Pressing mainly with the heel of the foot and squeezing the thighs, go back up as you breathe out.

  4. 4

    Repeat for the recommended amount of repetitions.

Important tips

  • Drive through your whole foot, not just your toes.

  • Keep your knees tracking over your toes.

  • An honest range of motion beats a heavier load.

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