Exercisesstrength
Barbell Pause Squat
Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and a barbell resting on your upper back. Lower your body into a squat position, pausing for a moment at the bottom of the movement before standing back up. Push through your heels to return to the standing position.
Category
strength
Difficulty
intermediate
Equipment
barbell
Primary muscle
glutes
Muscles
Muscles worked
glutesquads
Equipment
Setup
barbell
Common questions
Good to know.
What muscles does the Barbell Pause Squat work?
The Barbell Pause Squat works glutes and quads.
What equipment do you need for the Barbell Pause Squat?
You need barbell.
Is the Barbell Pause Squat good for beginners?
It sits at intermediate. Get comfortable with the basics first.
How do I add the Barbell Pause Squat to a workout?
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