Barbell Wide Squat (female)

Barbell Wide Squat demonstration gif

Instructions:

  • 1Position the barbell on your shoulders, a bit wider than normal squat stance
  • 2Slowly lower your body into a squat position, bending at the knees and pushing your hips back
  • 3Once you reach parallel or deeper, pause for a moment
  • 4Push through your heels to return to the starting position
  • 5Repeat the movement with the desired amount of reps

Tips:

  • Keep your chest high and back straight during the exercise
  • Remember to pause at the bottom to maximise muscle engagement
  • Push through the heels, not the toes
  • Maintain a slow and controlled movement

Barbell Wide Squat Muscles Worked

Arms

Back

Core

Legs