Squat (Smith Machine)
Weight & Reps
Details
NameSquat (Smith Machine)
EquipmentMachine
Primary MuscleQuadriceps
Auxiliary MusclesHamstrings, Glutes
Instructions
- 1Position the Smith machine bar at just below collarbone height.
- 2Take hold of the bar with an overhand grip, tuck your head underneath, and position your upper back against the bar.
- 3Walk your feet out a bit and have them hip-width apart.
- 4Extend your knees to unrack the bar.
- 5Brace your core, inhale, and squat by bending your knees.
- 6Descend until your thighs are parallel to the floor.
- 7Press through your heels to move back to the top and exhale.
- 8Once finished, rack the bar and relax your body.