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Barbell Pause Box Squat

Stand in front of a box or bench with your feet shoulder-width apart and a barbell resting on your upper back. Lower your body into a squat position, sitting back onto the box and pausing for a moment before standing back up. Push through your heels to return to the standing position.

Category

strength

Difficulty

advanced

Equipment

barbell

Primary muscle

glutes

Muscles

Muscles worked

glutesquads
Equipment

Setup

barbell
Common questions

Good to know.

What muscles does the Barbell Pause Box Squat work?

The Barbell Pause Box Squat works glutes and quads.

What equipment do you need for the Barbell Pause Box Squat?

You need barbell.

Is the Barbell Pause Box Squat good for beginners?

It is an advanced move. Build up to it rather than starting here.

How do I add the Barbell Pause Box Squat to a workout?

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