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Barbell Wide Squat

Overall thigh, hip-up
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Targets: Glutes, Quads, Hamstring, Inner thighs

About

It is a squat that is performed with a wider leg width than a typical squat. It's a workout where you can feel new target inside your thighs!

How to Barbell Wide Squat

Starting Position

1. Please place the barbell at shoulder height.

2. Grip the barbell wider than shoulder width and rest it on your trapezius.

3. Spread your legs about a step wider than shoulder width, and turn your toes out about 40-50 degrees.

4. Keep your chest up and your back straight.

Proper Form

1. Tighten your abdomen and keep your waist straight, then bend at the hip to lower your buttocks down.

2. Lower yourself until your knees naturally bend and your thighs are parallel to the ground.

3. Push strongly through the center of your feet to rise up.

4. As your buttocks rise, straighten your knees and hips in sequence, returning to the starting position.

Breathing Technique

Breathe in while going down, and breathe out while going up.

Precautions

1. Please be careful not to lean your upper body too far forward.

2. Keep your chest up and engage your core to avoid bending your waist.

3. Don't excessively bend your waist while trying to keep it straight.

4. Please do not stick your hips too far back.

5. Make sure your feet do not come off the ground.

6. When standing up, please ensure your knees do not come together.

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