Bodyweight Squats
How to do Bodyweight Squats
- 1
Stand up straight with you feet shoulder width apart and turned out slightly. Hold your hands lightly behind your head. This is your starting position.
- 2
While looking forwards and keeping your back straight, squat down until your thighs are parallel with the floor.
- 3
Pause for a second, then press down with your heels to return the starting position.
Form cues
- You can perform this exercise with your heels elevated on a plate if you lack the flexibility to go down far enough.
- Perform the reps slowly and in a controlled manner.
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