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Visual demonstration of the Barbell Jefferson Squat exercise

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Intermediate

Difficulty
Intermediate
Movement type
Strength
Primary muscles
Glutes Quadriceps
Secondary muscles
Lower back Biceps
Equipment
Barbell
Exercise guide

Barbell Jefferson Squat

3 steps Updated 29/08/2026

Barbell Jefferson Squat is a free weights exercise targeting Quadriceps (Quadriceps Femoris), Glutes (gluteus maximus, gluteus mideus) using Barbell.

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How to perform it

  1. Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, positioning yourself so that the barbell is between your legs. Grip the barbell with one hand in front of you and one hand behind you, using an overhand grip for the front hand and an underhand grip for the back hand.
  2. Begin the squat by pushing your hips back and bending your knees, lowering your body until your thighs are parallel to the floor.
  3. Push through your heels to return to the starting position, extending your hips and knees fully. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Barbell Jefferson Squat

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