Barbell Quarter Squat

Expert Advice

Keep your chest up and knees tracking over your toes to maintain proper form and prevent undue stress on your knees.

Stand with feet slightly wider than shoulder-width apart, barbell resting on your upper back.
Brace your core and descend into a squat, going down only a quarter of the full squat depth.
Drive through your heels to return to the starting position.
Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Primary

Glutes40%

Quads40%

Secondary

Calves20%

Equipment

Barbell

Exercise Type

Strength