More Leg Exercises
Barbell
Lunge
Dumbbell
Lunge
Leg
Extensions
Seated Calf Raises
Leg Press (Machine)
Leg Press (Free Weight)
One-Legged Squats
Barbell Squats
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SQUATS
Purpose:
To build mass and power in the legs, focusing
primarily on your quadriceps.
Muscles Involved:
Quadriceps
Hamstrings
Glutes
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First,
position yourself under the barbell
on the squat rack. With it resting on
the back of your shoulders, slowly lift
it off the rack and step back. You are
now in the starting position with your
feet shoulder-width apart. |
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Slowly
bend your knees and lower yourself,
keeping your back as straight as possible
(Depending on your height, you may need
to lean forward slightly). Shown here
is the midpoint of the exercise. |
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Once
your thighs are parallel to the floor
begin to push yourself back up to the
starting position. NOTE: It's EXTREMELY
important to focus on using just your
legs to push yourself up, invloving
your lower back too much WILL lead to
injury. |
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