Barbell Speed Squat
Intermediate - Strength - Compound

Targeted Muscle Group

Upper Legs figure highlighted in blue

MAIN

Upper Legs

Lower Legs figure highlighted in blue

Lower Legs

Glutes figure highlighted in blue

Glutes

Recommended Equipment

Barbell equipment

Barbell

How to do it

The barbell speed squat exercise is a version of the squat the uses an empty barbell and moves at a faster pace to help build speed and conditioning in the body.

Steps :

1.) Start by placing your feet slightly wider than shoulder width apart with your knees and toes pointed slightly outward.

2.) Draw your abs in descend slowly by bending at the knees and hips and squatting towards the floor.

3.) Lower yourself as far as you can control without letting your body shift towards your toes.

4.) Pause in the downward position and slowly return upright to the starting position.

5.) Repeat for as many reps and sets as desired.