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Barbell High Bar Squat

Place the bar on top of your traps. Push your hips back and break at the knees. Push your elbows forward to keep yourself from getting pitched too far forward. Aim to get your hamstrings to parallel with the floor. Push your heels into the floor and squat back to a standing position.

Category

strength

Difficulty

beginner

Equipment

barbell

Primary muscle

glutes

Muscles

Muscles worked

glutesquads
Equipment

Setup

barbell
Common questions

Good to know.

What muscles does the Barbell High Bar Squat work?

The Barbell High Bar Squat works glutes and quads.

What equipment do you need for the Barbell High Bar Squat?

You need barbell.

Is the Barbell High Bar Squat good for beginners?

Yes. It is a beginner move. Start light and keep the form clean.

How do I add the Barbell High Bar Squat to a workout?

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