Starting Position
1. Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and toes slightly pointed outward.
2. Position the barbell across the back of your shoulders, gripping it slightly wider than shoulder-width.
3. Keep your chest up and back straight.
4. Slightly bend your knees to lift the barbell off the rack.
During the Exercise
1. Push your hips back and bend your knees to lower your body. Keep your back straight.
2. Lower yourself until your thighs are parallel to the ground.
3. Slowly return to the starting position.
Breathing Tips
Inhale as you lower your body, and exhale as you rise back up.