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Basic Strength-Training Moves You Should Know

6 Beginner Strength-Training Moves to Master

January 1, 2013

The Squat

Basic Strength-Training Moves You Should Know

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The Squat

The basic squat should be a normal part of your routine, since squats tone and strengthen your lower body: calves, quads, glutes, and hamstrings. Improper form while doing squats can lead to knee pain or other discomfort; learn how to do a squat correctly — and try different variations to work all of your body — with our seven ways to work your lower body with squats.

Source: Megan Wolfe Photography at J+K Fitness Studio

2 / 8

The Squat

The basic squat should be a normal part of your routine, since squats tone and strengthen your lower body: calves, quads, glutes, and hamstrings. Improper form while doing squats can lead to knee pain or other discomfort; learn how to do a squat correctly — and try different variations to work all of your body — with our seven ways to work your lower body with squats.

Source: Megan Wolfe Photography at J+K Fitness Studio

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1 Comment

mhewitt94 11 weeks 3 days

This is so helpful! It's easy to forget that you don't need to make things complicated to get a result and this is a great reminder, thanks fit!