Sit Squats

A basic squat variation with a sitting motion to build leg strength.

Instructions

• Stand with feet shoulder-width apart.
• Engage your core and start to lower your body by bending the knees.
• Lower yourself as if you're sitting down into a chair.
• Pause when your thighs are parallel to the floor.
• Push through the heels to return to the starting position.
• Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

• Not going low enough in the squat.
• Letting the knees cave inward.
• Losing balance and leaning too far forward.
• Raising the heels off the ground.

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