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Barbell Tap Pause Squat

Begin by standing in front of a sturdy box or bench that is about knee-height, holding a barbell across your upper back and shoulders, using an overhand grip. Sit back and lower your body down until your glutes tap the top of the box, keeping your back straight and your core engaged. Push through your heels to extend your hips and stand up, bringing your body back to the starting 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 Tap Pause Squat work?

The Barbell Tap Pause Squat works glutes and quads.

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

You need barbell.

Is the Barbell Tap Pause Squat good for beginners?

It sits at intermediate. Get comfortable with the basics first.

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

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