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Smith Machine Squat
- Main muscle
- Quadriceps
- Muscle group
- Legs
- Equipment
- Smith machine
How to do it
- 1Set the bar across your upper back and unrack it.
- 2Set your feet shoulder-width apart, slightly ahead of the bar's path.
- 3Bend your knees and hips to squat down under control.
- 4Descend until your thighs are at least parallel to the floor.
- 5Drive through your feet to press back up to standing.
Coaching cues
- Feet set for the fixed path
- Knees track toes
- Drive through the floor
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