U Squat (female)

U Squat demonstration gif

Instructions:

  • 1Stand upright with your feet spread out wider than shoulder-width apart
  • 2Bend at the knees and lower your body until your thighs are parallel with the floor
  • 3Raise your arms while in the squat position
  • 4Rise back to the starting position while lowering your arms
  • 5Pause and then repeat the exercise

Tips:

  • Keep your back straight during the entire exercise
  • Keep your knees in line with your feet when you lower and raise your body
  • Avoid looking down or up to maintain a neutral neck position
  • Keep the movements as smooth as possible to avoid unnecessary stress on the joints

U Squat Muscles Worked

Arms

Back

Core

Legs