Squats
About this exercise
"Squats" targets the Kafafu muscle group, suitable for beginners. The main load falls on: Quadriceps, Glutes. Equipment needed: Bodyweight.
Description
A basic bodyweight exercise for developing the muscles of the legs and buttocks, as well as for learning the correct squat technique.
Instructions
1. Stand up straight, feet shoulder-width apart, socks slightly turned out.
2. As you inhale, pull your pelvis back and start bending your knees, going down.3. Keep your back straight, chest open.
4. Lower yourself to hip-level with the floor or lower (if flexibility allows).
5. As you exhale, stand up powerfully with your legs straight.
Muscles worked
Primary
Secondary
Warnings
1. Keep your heels on the floor.
2. Do not bring your knees inwards while lifting.3. Don't lean too far forward.
2. Do not bring your knees inwards while lifting.3. Don't lean too far forward.
