Place the bar on the upper part of your back (not your neck).
Firmly hold the bar, shoulder-width apart.
Position your feet shoulder width apart .
Movements of the exercise
Start your hips, then knees.
Keeping your head up, slowly lower yourself down until your thighs are parallel to the ground. Hold for 2 secs
Then, press the weight up, using the power of your feet and return to the starting position.
Tips on barbell Squat
Maintain a curve in your back throughout the movement.
Make sure you do not bend forward excessively or curve your back as this will l stress your lower back and reduce the force and effect on your leg muscles.
Breathe in as you lower the weight. Exhale as you push upwards.
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