Bodyweight Supported Squat
Squat with support! Master form & build strength with less stress on your joints. Perfect for beginners or rehab.
Muscle Groups
Primary
Secondary
Instructions
1. Stand with your back against the pad of a squat machine or similar apparatus, with your feet at shoulder-width apart. The equipment should support some of your body weight.
2. Cross your arms in front of your chest or extend them in front of you for balance.
3. Slowly bend your knees and lower your body as if you're sitting back into a chair, keeping your back straight and against the pad.
4. Lower yourself until your thighs are at least parallel to the floor, ensuring your knees do not extend past your toes.
5. Press down through your heels and reverse the motion, bringing your body back up to the starting position.
6. Repeat the movement for the desired number of repetitions and sets, maintaining proper form throughout each squat.
Ensure you perform the exercise with controlled movements, and adjust the support level of the machine as needed to suit your fitness level.
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