Bodyweight Squat
The bodyweight squat is the foundational lower-body movement that everyone should master before adding load. It builds quad endurance, hip mobility, and movement quality that transfers to every loaded squat variation.
How to Perform
Stand with feet shoulder-width apart and toes turned out 15-30 degrees.
Initiate the movement by breaking at the hips and knees simultaneously.
Keep your chest up and arms extended in front for counterbalance.
Descend until your hip crease drops below your kneecap, then drive back up.
Squeeze your glutes at the top to fully extend your hips.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
Initiating the descent by bending the knees forward instead of sitting the hips back.
Letting the knees cave inward, which stresses the ACL and meniscus.
Rising onto the toes, indicating tight calves or poor ankle mobility.
Muscle Activation
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