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PowerliftingIntermediate

Box Squat - Barbell

Equipment:Barbell
Type:Compound
Force:Push

Muscles Targeted

Primary

Quadriceps, Glutes

Secondary

Adductors, Calves, Hamstrings, Lower Back

How to Perform

  1. 1

    Place box/bench behind you at desired squat depth.

  2. 2

    Set bar on upper back (powerlifting style).

  3. 3

    Unrack bar, step back, assume squat stance (shoulder-width or wider).

  4. 4

    Push hips back, bend knees, lower onto box.

  5. 5

    Keep shins vertical, back straight.

  6. 6

    Sit fully on box briefly (relax hip flexors, don't bounce).

  7. 7

    Drive through heels, chest up, return to start.

  8. 8

    Repeat.