Ton your legs, abs, back and glutes with this super-effective workout move. A barbell squat is exactly what it sounds like—a squat done with weight in the form of a barbell that rests on the traps and ...

WHEN IT COMES to the barbell back squat, the exercise sometimes referred to as the "king" of all the heavyweight moves in the gym, the biggest point of focus for guys isn't necessarily how many plates ...

If you've been hitting back squats hard, it may be time to introduce a different exercise: the Bulgarian split squat. Modifying exercises every 3 to 4 weeks keeps your workouts fresh and ensures that ...

Plus, there's less stress placed on your back. Barbell squats generally put more pressure on the spine, which isn't an issue ...

In addition to deadlifts and chest presses, squats are considered one of the “big three” lifts since they engage multiple muscle groups and joints. But aside from your traditional bodyweight squat, ...

When you think of lower-body strength and booty gains, squats are likely top of mind. They deserve that spot because they work your quads, hamstrings, glutes, hip flexors, calves, back, and core ...

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