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The Right Way to Do Squats, Plus Our Favorite Variations

If you're looking to strengthen your lower body, squats are one of the most effective exercises you can do. As a compound exercise that works several large and powerful muscle groups, squats get your ...

Serious lower-body gains start with back squats—here’s how to do them properly and avoid common mistakes

Plus, common mistakes to avoid.
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What’s the correct way to squat? A trainer reveals how to get the most benefit for your glutes

We do squats as part of our daily lives — from picking up boxes or putting down a child — so the familiarity of the move may leave you assuming you know the right way to do it. But the proper form ...
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The 4 Most Common Squat Mistakes, According to a Strength Coach

Squats may be the most common movement in your training regime, but you’re likely doing them incorrectly. Sure, they can seem like an easy, straightforward exercise, but executing them well is ...

If You Can Do This Many Squats After 50, Your Leg Strength Is Elite

How many squats after 50? A CPT explains the elite rep range and how to build strength with 5 squat variations.