Barbell Squat with Heels Raised
- Primary muscles
- Quads, Glutes
- Secondary muscles
- Hamstrings, Lower back, Abs
- Equipment
- Barbell
- Movement pattern
- Squat
Steps
- 1 Stand with your heels elevated on a wedge or slant board, feet shoulder-width apart, and a barbell resting across your upper back.
- 2 Grip the barbell with a wide overhand grip, keeping your chest up and core engaged.
- 3 Begin to squat down by bending your knees and hips, keeping your back straight and torso upright.
- 4 Lower yourself until your thighs are parallel to the floor or deeper, maintaining balance on the elevated heels.
- 5 Drive through your feet to extend your hips and knees, returning to the starting standing position.
