Exercises / Intermediate
Deep squat
- Quadriceps
- Glutes
- Hamstrings
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- Level
- Intermediate
- Muscles
- 3
- Equipment
- Bodyweight
On this page
01 / Steps
How to do it
Perform squats but lower as much as possible, far exceeding 90°.
02 / Muscles
Muscles worked
Quadriceps
Glutes
Hamstrings
03 / Skills
What it trains
How demanding this exercise is for each physical ability.
- Strength35
- Explosivity0
- Technique25
- Cardio15
- Mobility25
Sessions
Sessions with this exercise
Calisteniapp workouts that include this movement.
Intermediate
La Gomera - Legs
Quadriceps ∙ Glutes ∙ Hamstrings ∙ Lumbar
42 min · 6 exercises
Intermediate
Complement - Legs and abs
Quadriceps ∙ Calves ∙ Hamstrings ∙ Glutes
56 min · 7 exercises
Intermediate
Pistol Squat Preparation
Quadriceps ∙ Glutes ∙ Hamstrings
21 min · 4 exercises
Intermediate
C17 - Legs
Quadriceps ∙ Glutes ∙ Hamstrings ∙ Calves
57 min · 8 exercises
Intermediate
Quick leg workout
Quadriceps ∙ Glutes ∙ Hamstrings ∙ Hip Flexors
22 min · 6 exercises
Intermediate
Laia legs
Quadriceps ∙ Glutes ∙ Hamstrings ∙ Calves
43 min · 6 exercises
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