Squat to a bench
Also called box squat, bench squat
- Works
- Front of the thigh · quadriceps
- Buttocks · gluteus maximus
- Needs
- No equipment
Setup
Stand in front of a bench or low chair, feet shoulder-width apart, toes turned out a little.
Steps
- Reach your hips back and bend your knees.
- Lower until you lightly touch the seat. Do not sit down.
- Push through your whole foot and stand up tall.
Breathing
Take a breath and tighten your stomach before each rep. Breathe out as you come up.
Where you feel it
In the front of your thighs and your buttocks.
Common mistakes
- Sitting down and relaxing on the seat.
- Letting the knees fall inward.
When to stop
Stop if you feel sharp pain, pain in a joint, dizziness or numbness.