LiftsmithTempo back squat
A compound exercise for the quads and glutes, with help from the adductors, lower back. Equipment: barbell and squat rack.
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WorksQuadsGlutesAdductorsLower back
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How to do it
- Setup: Set up as for the back squat, a little lighter than usual.
- Take three slow seconds on the way down
- Drive up at normal speed
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