Barbell Hack Squat
Expert Advice
Keep your chest up and back straight throughout the exercise to prevent rounding of the back, which can lead to injury.
How-to-do Steps
- Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and the barbell behind your legs.
- Bend at the knees and hips to lower down and grasp the barbell with an overhand grip.
- Keep your back straight and chest up as you lift the barbell by extending your hips and knees to a standing position.
- Lower the barbell back to the ground by bending at the hips and knees, maintaining a straight back.
Details
Primary
Glutes50%
Quads30%
Secondary
Calves20%
Equipment
Barbell
Exercise Type
Strength
