barbell full squat
barbell full squat is a common strength training exercise. Below are form tips, steps, and demos.
Steps
Step 1
Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, toes slightly turned out.
Step 2
Hold the barbell across your upper back, resting it on your traps or rear delts.
Step 3
Engage your core and keep your chest up as you begin to lower your body down.
Step 4
Bend at the knees and hips, pushing your hips back and down as if sitting into a chair.
Step 5
Lower yourself until your thighs are parallel to the ground or slightly below.
Step 6
Keep your knees in line with your toes and your weight in your heels.
Step 7
Drive through your heels to stand back up, extending your hips and knees.
Muscles & body parts
Primary muscles
Secondary muscles
Primary body parts
Common mistakes & warnings
Form & control
Avoid momentum and excessive swing; keep core stable; match breath to movement; control the eccentric phase.
Control breathing and core; keep a steady tempo.
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