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Barbell Hack Squat

quadricepsstrength

Target Muscles

Primary: quadriceps
Secondary: calves, forearms, hamstrings

Equipment Needed

barbell

Mechanics

compound

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How to perform Barbell Hack Squat

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

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

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

4

Repeat for the recommended amount of repetitions.