Barbell Narrow Stance Squat Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Quadriceps
- Equipment
- Barbell
- Body Part
- Thighs
- Primary Muscle
- Quadriceps
- Secondary Muscles
- Adductor Magnus, Soleus, Gluteus Maximus
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 6
- Alternate Names
- Narrow Stance Barbell Squat
How to: Barbell Narrow Stance Squat
- Stand with your feet closer than shoulder-width apart and hold a barbell across your upper back.
- Engage your core and keep your chest up as you lower your body by bending your knees and hips.
- Go down until your thighs are parallel to the ground, ensuring your knees track over your toes.
- Push through your heels to return to the starting position.
Common Mistakes
- Letting the knees cave inward.
- Leaning too far forward without engaging the back muscles.
- Not going low enough in the squat.
Modifications
- Use a lighter barbell or perform without weights until you improve your form.
- Perform the squat without the barbell to focus on range of motion.
Tips
- Keep your core engaged to maintain balance and stability.
- Make sure your knees do not extend past your toes as you squat.
- Keep your feet shoulder-width apart or closer for a narrow stance.
Barbell Narrow Stance Squat Alternatives
Tags
squat
strength
thighs
quadriceps
barbell
lower body