Exercise guide
Hack squat
Works your quads, with help from your glutes. Machine. Improver.
The animated demo for this exercise is in the members’ area.
Main musclesquads
Helpersglutes
EquipmentMachine
LevelImprover
In your plan3 sets of 8-12 reps
Rest2 minutes
How to do it
- Stand on the platform with your back against the pad and shoulders under the pads, feet shoulder width.
- Release the safety handles and brace.
- Bend your knees for 2 seconds until your thighs are about level with the platform, knees following your toes.
- Push through your whole foot back up, without locking your knees.
In the members’ area
The animated demo, side and front views, the common mistakes to avoid, and a weight and rep target for every set, from your last session.
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