These squat variations hit different muscles—here’s when (and why) to do them

We go over squat form plus variations to try.
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Want to Add 50 Pounds to Your Squat? These 5 Moves Are the Missing Link.

NO MATTER HOW hard you search, when it comes to leg day essentials, it’s almost impossible to dethrone the king: the back squat. “Doing a back squat is way more challenging and way more technical than ...
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The lower-body exercise trainers swear by: Sumo squat into reverse lunge deadlift

This powerful compound movement is gaining popularity across the United States for its ability to build strength, improve ...
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5 Common Squat Mistakes That Can Lead to Injury—and How to Avoid Them

Squat mistakes, like rounding your back, can increase injury risk and reduce results. Here's how to stop doing them.

The magic of drop squats: Learn the one exercise that will give you great mobility, strength and eliminate knee pain

The basic squat is one of the foundational exercises of your fitness journey. However, don't jut stop there, but learn the ...

The Best Lower-Body Exercises for Your Leg Day Routine, According to Trainers

In most workout splits, one to two dedicated leg days per week is common, but it really all depends on your fitness level and ...
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This squat variation builds strong legs with less back strain – here's exactly how to do it

When it comes to lower-body movements, the squat is queen. But beyond the traditional barbell back squat, you could consider incorporating the pendulum squat (which 4.4k people search for monthly) for ...
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Use This Step-By-Step Progression to Master the Pistol Squat

BODYWEIGHT EXERCISES CAN be efficient and effective, but they’re not always flashy. The old standard pushup, squat, plank trifecta won’t win you many accolades on the ‘Gram (which is great, if just ...