StrengthBarbell Back Squat
King of leg exercises — full lower-body compound.
Instructions
- Bar across upper traps, brace core.
- Descend until thighs are at least parallel.
- Drive up through mid-foot.
Primary muscles
quads, glutes
Secondary muscles
hamstrings, core
Equipment
barbell
Difficulty
intermediate
Suggested
4 sets × 6 reps