Barbell Squat with Heels Raised
Muscle Groups: Quads, Glutes
Barbell Squat with Heels Raised focuses on Quads, Glutes, with Hamstrings, Lower Back, Abs working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Barbell Squat with Heels Raised with proper form and technique.
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Stand with your heels elevated on a wedge or slant board, feet shoulder-width apart, and a barbell resting across your upper back.
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Grip the barbell with a wide overhand grip, keeping your chest up and core engaged.
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Begin to squat down by bending your knees and hips, keeping your back straight and torso upright.
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Lower yourself until your thighs are parallel to the floor or deeper, maintaining balance on the elevated heels.
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Drive through your feet to extend your hips and knees, returning to the starting standing position.
Secondary Muscles
While Barbell Squat with Heels Raised primarily targets Quads, Glutes , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Hamstrings, Lower Back, Abs . Engaging these secondary muscles helps stabilize your body throughout the exercise, improves overall coordination, and contributes to balanced muscle development.
Related Exercises
If you enjoyed Barbell Squat with Heels Raised, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.
These exercises work the same primary muscles as Barbell Squat with Heels Raised, making them excellent alternatives for variety in your training program or complementary movements to include in the same workout session. Mixing different exercises that target similar muscle groups helps prevent plateaus, reduces overuse injuries, and keeps your workouts engaging and effective.
