Bench Full Squat Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Quadriceps
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Body Part
- Hips, Thighs
- Primary Muscle
- Quadriceps
- Secondary Muscles
- Hamstrings, Gluteus Maximus
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- beginner
- Estimated Calories
- 5.5
- Alternate Names
- Bodyweight Squat
How to: Bench Full Squat
- Stand in front of the bench with your feet shoulder-width apart.
- Lower your body by bending at the hips and knees, reaching back toward the bench.
- Touch the bench lightly with your glutes, then push through your heels to return to the starting position.
- Keep your head up and chest lifted throughout the movement.
Common Mistakes
- Letting the knees go past the toes.
- Not keeping the back straight throughout the movement.
- Rounding the shoulders or failing to engage the core.
Modifications
- Limit the squat depth if you have knee issues.
- Use a stability ball against the wall to assist balance.
Tips
- Keep your chest upright and engage your core.
- Aim for a full range of motion as much as your flexibility allows.
- Use a bench to help gauge your squat depth.
Bench Full Squat Alternatives
Tags
squat
legs
strength
bodyweight
fitness
exercise