Bodyweight Deep Prisoner Squat (male)

Bodyweight Deep Prisoner Squat demonstration gif

Instructions:

  • 1Stand up straight with your feet hip-width apart
  • 2Interlace your fingers behind your head and pull your elbows back so your chest is in an open and expanded position
  • 3Lower your body as far as you can by pushing your hips back and bending your knees
  • 4Pause, then slowly push yourself back to the starting position
  • 5Repeat for your desired amount of reps

Tips:

  • Keep your heels flat on the ground throughout the entire squat
  • Always keep your chest up and your spine in a neutral position
  • Avoid knees going past your toes as this can cause strain
  • Breathe in as you lower your body, and exhale as you rise back up

Bodyweight Deep Prisoner Squat Muscles Worked

Arms

Back

Core

Legs