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Resistance Band Squat

Quads · Squat

Generic squat demo. Follow the steps below for this exact exercise.

SquatCompound

A squat against a band held at the shoulders, adding resistance that peaks at the top of the rep.

Difficulty
Very easy
Tracking
Measured in reps

Muscles worked

QuadsGlutesCore

Equipment

Resistance band

How to do it

  1. Stand on the middle of a band with your feet hip to shoulder width apart.
  2. Bring the ends of the band over your shoulders and hold them at collarbone height.
  3. Brace your core, push your hips back and squat until your thighs are about parallel.
  4. Drive up through your whole foot against the band tension.

Coaching cues

  • Widen your stance on the band for more resistance.
  • Keep your chest up so the band tension does not pull you forward.