The barbell wide squat is a compound lower body exercise that targets the quadriceps, with secondary emphasis on the glutes, hamstrings, and calves. It involves holding a barbell across the upper back and performing a squat with a wide stance.
Also Works
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How to Perform
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Stand with your feet wider than shoulder-width apart, toes pointing slightly outward.
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Hold the barbell across your upper back, resting it on your traps or rear delts.
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Engage your core and keep your chest up as you lower your body down into a squat, pushing your hips back and bending your knees.
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Lower until your thighs are parallel to the ground, or as low as you can comfortably go.
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Pause for a moment at the bottom, then push through your heels to return to the starting position.