barbell high bar squat

Equipment

barbell

Target muscle

glutes

How to perform

1. 1

   Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, toes slightly turned out.

2. 2

   Place the barbell on your upper back, resting it on your traps.

3. 3

   Engage your core and keep your chest up as you begin to squat down, pushing your hips back and bending your knees.

4. 4

   Lower yourself until your thighs are parallel to the ground, or as low as you can comfortably go.

5. 5

   Drive through your heels to stand back up, extending your hips and knees.

6. 6

   Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.