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LegsIntermediateBarbell
Barbell Hack Squat
Barbell Hack Squat
Target Muscles
Quads, QuadsCalves, CalvesForearms, ForearmsHamstrings, Hamstrings
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- 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.
Important tips
Keep your back straight.
Control the movement.


