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barbell narrow stance squat
barbell narrow stance squat is a common strength training exercise. Below are form tips, steps, and demos.
Steps
Step 1. Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and toes pointing slightly outward.
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 slowly lower your body by bending your knees and pushing your hips back.
Step 4. Continue lowering until your thighs are parallel to the ground or slightly below.
Step 5. Pause for a moment, then push through your heels to return to the starting position.
Muscles & body parts
Primary muscles
glutes
Secondary muscles
quadricepshamstringscalves
Primary body parts
thighsglutes
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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