Bodyweight Squat
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Bodyweight Squat

Vastus Intermedius · secondary: Glutes, Hamstrings
Quadriceps beginner Home / Gym bodyweight
Sets × Reps
3 × 15-20
Rest
40s
Est. Calories
~6/min
Muscle Group
Quadriceps
Starting Position

Feet shoulder-width apart, chest tall, core braced, weight in mid-foot.

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Feet shoulder-width apart, arms out in front for balance.

2. Sit the hips back and down, chest tall.

3. Drive back up to standing.

Breathing

Inhale on the way down, exhale as you drive back up.

Common Mistakes

Knees caving inward, heels lifting, and cutting the depth short.

Safety Tips

Only squat to a depth you control with good form; keep the knees tracking over the toes.

Variations

Beginner: Squat to a chair/box for a consistent depth cue.

Intermediate: Full range.

Advanced: Add a jump at the top (jump squat) or slow tempo.

Equipment Not Available? Try Instead
Goblet Squat
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