barbell bench squat
A upper legs exercise targeting the quads, performed with barbell.
How to do barbell bench squat
Set up a barbell on a squat rack at chest height.
Stand facing away from the rack, with your feet shoulder-width apart.
Bend your knees and lower your body down into a squat position, keeping your back straight and chest up.
Grasp the barbell with an overhand grip, slightly wider than shoulder-width apart.
Lift the barbell off the rack and step back, ensuring your feet are still shoulder-width apart.
Lower your body down into a squat, keeping your knees in line with your toes.
Pause for a moment at the bottom, then push through your heels to return to the starting position.
Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Muscles worked
Primary (target)
Secondary
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