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Smith Full Squat

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Intermediate

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Primary: Glutes accessibility Upper Legs
Quadriceps Hamstrings Calves

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Smith Machine

Category

strength

Mechanic

compound

Cal/min

5.5

Force

push

Smith Full Squat is a intermediate multi-joint compound pushing exercise targeting the Glutes in the Upper Legs region. Performed using smith machine, it falls under the strength category. Secondary muscles engaged include Quadriceps and Hamstrings.

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Set up the smith machine with the barbell at shoulder height.

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Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, toes slightly turned out.

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Step under the bar and position it across your upper back, resting on your traps.

4

Grip the bar with your hands slightly wider than shoulder-width apart.

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Unrack the bar and take a step back, maintaining a stable stance.

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Keeping your chest up and core engaged, initiate the squat by pushing your hips back and bending your knees.

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Lower your body until your thighs are parallel to the ground, or as low as your flexibility allows.

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Pause for a moment at the bottom, then drive through your heels to return to the starting position.

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Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

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