I’d bet my gym membership on it you’ve done back squats before. Basically everyone has, but are you doing them properly? The compound exercise is proven to build strength and muscle ...

THE BARBELL BACK squat is one of the most renowned lifts in the gym. For good reason, too: the exercise challenges some of ...

with the barbell front squat and back squat being two of the most popular variations (the latter more so). But which of these two compound exercises is best for building strength and size in our ...

So, what are these different squat variations, and what muscles do they target? We’ve broken it down for you here. The classic back squat involves loading a barbell on to the top of your back.

While bending down and standing back up is a basic move, Thompson's description shows that much of what makes squats a valuable exercise is where you derive your power for each part of the movement.

Bend at knees, engage core, and push hips back to lower down into a squat until thighs are parallel to floor. Pause, then drive through heels to stand up. That's 1 rep. Complete 15 reps.

Targeting the quads, hamstrings, and glutes, split squats are a perfect addition to any leg day routine. Once you get the ...

Both moves are beneficial exercises to include in your routine, but if toning the legs and glutes is your goal, one reigns supreme.

This means stretching and warming up first, even if you’re only doing squats. Your knees should not go past your toes. Your back should not round out. You should not drop your shoulders forward.

Then, sit the hips back and bend at the knees to sink into a squat until your thighs are parallel with floor. Push through heels and reverse the movement to return to start. Muscles worked ...