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Intermediate
- Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Movement type
- Strength
- Primary muscles
- Glutes Quadriceps
- Secondary muscles
- Lower back Biceps Calves
- Equipment
- Barbell
Feet Together Barbell Squats
4 steps Updated 29/08/2026
Feet Together Barbell Squats is a free weights exercise targeting Quadriceps (Quadriceps Femoris), Glutes (gluteus maximus, gluteus mideus) using Barbell.
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How to perform it
- Stand with your feet together, holding a barbell across your upper back with an overhand grip. Ensure the barbell is balanced and rests comfortably on your traps.
- Slowly lower your body into a squat by bending your knees and hips, keeping your knees aligned with your toes.
- Lower yourself until your thighs are at least parallel to the floor, or as low as your flexibility allows, without compromising form.
- Push through your heels to stand back up, extending your knees and hips to return to the starting position.
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Variations and related exercises
4 Corners Curtsy
4 Corners Side Step
4 Punches Side Squat
4 Reverse Lunge and 4 Side Taps
Last updated: 29/08/2026
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