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A great exercise for developing strength of the Quads and Hip Flexors.
Primary Muscle: Quads and Hip Flexors
Secondary Muscles: Hamstrings, Core and Glutes
Equipment: Squat Rack and Barbell
Force: Push
Mechanics Type: Compound
Utility: Strength
Phase 1 / Preparation
Standing strong with bar across the shoulders elbows held high. Feet shoulder width apart.
Phase 2 / Execution
Take a breath and hold while squatting keep back straight elbows high to about 45 degrees then driving with the legs returning to standing position.
Phase 3 / Return
Returning to standing position
Model: Yusuke Nakayama @ Gravity Gym Chch, Basketball player who gained 8cm on his vertical jump since starting Weightlifting in Sept 07
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