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Quads

Quads: step-by-step technique, the muscles it works and a demo clip. Equipment: body only.

Video and illustrations: Gym visual, licensed to AIron.Coach.
  • Equipmentbody only
  • Body partupper legs
Primary muscles
quads, hamstrings
Secondary muscles
glutes
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How to do it

  1. Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart.
  2. Lower your body by bending your knees and pushing your hips back as if sitting on a chair.
  3. Keep your chest up and your back straight.
  4. Lower yourself until your thighs are parallel to the ground.
  5. Push through your heels to return to the starting position.
  6. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

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