Lever Full Squat Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Quadriceps
- Equipment
- Leverage machine
- Body Part
- Thighs
- Primary Muscle
- Quadriceps
- Secondary Muscles
- Pectoralis Major Clavicular Head, Hamstrings, Gluteus Maximus, Triceps Brachii, Deltoid Anterior
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5
- Alternate Names
- Leverage Squat
How to: Lever Full Squat
- Adjust the machine to suit your height and desired weight.
- Position your feet hip-width apart on the platform.
- Lower your body by bending your knees and pushing your hips back.
- Keep your chest up and back straight.
- Squat down until your thighs are at least parallel to the floor.
- Press through your heels to return to the starting position.
Common Mistakes
- Leaning too far forward.
- Not going low enough in the squat.
- Rounding the back instead of maintaining a neutral spine.
Modifications
- Reduce the weight used on the leverage machine.
- Perform the squat without added resistance to build form first.
Tips
- Engage your core throughout the movement.
- Ensure your knees do not extend beyond your toes during the squat.
- Use a controlled motion to avoid injury.
Lever Full Squat Alternatives
Tags
squat
legs
strength
thighs
glutes
hamstrings