Barbell Narrow Stance Squat Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Thighs
- Equipment
- Barbell
- Body Part
- Thighs
- Primary Muscle
- Thighs
- Secondary Muscles
- Adductor Magnus, Calves, Glutes, Soleus
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5
- Alternate Names
- Narrow Stance Barbell Squat
Visualised Target Muscle Groups
Front
Back
How to: Barbell Narrow Stance Squat
- Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and the barbell placed on your upper back.
- Bend your knees and lower your body into a squat, keeping your chest up.
- Once your thighs are parallel to the ground, push through your heels to return to the starting position.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Leaning too far forward
- Allowing the knees to cave in
- Not going low enough in the squat
Modifications
- Perform the squat with lighter weights or no weights.
- Use a bench or box to limit squat depth.
Tips
- Keep your back straight and core engaged to maintain balance.
- Ensure your knees don’t extend beyond your toes.
- Focus on pushing through your heels as you rise.
Barbell Narrow Stance Squat Alternatives
Tags
squat
thighs
strength
barbell
glutes
lower body
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