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Band squat: the whole movement

Main musclesMinor muscles

Long loop band

Band squat

Where the band goes: Under both feet and over the back of your shoulders
BandLong loop band
Power band, pull-up band
Main musclesQuads, Glutes
Minor musclesHamstrings, Abs
LevelBeginner
Try3 sets of 12

How to do it

  1. Stand on the band with feet shoulder-width apart.
  2. Loop the top of the band over the back of your shoulders and hold it in front.
  3. Bend your knees and sit down and back until your thighs are level with the floor.
  4. Stand back up, pushing against the band.
TipThe band gets hardest at the top. Finish tall.
AvoidLetting the band slide up onto your neck.

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