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- 01Cradle the bar securely in the bends of your elbows and hold your hands together in front.
- 02Set your squat stance, brace your trunk, and keep the bar close to your torso.
- 03Bend your knees and hips to squat while keeping your chest lifted and elbows tucked.
- 04Reach the intended depth without allowing your upper back to collapse or your knees to cave inward.
- 05Push through your whole feet to stand and maintain firm control of the bar.
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