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Barbell Zercher Squat

Squat-pattern drill for leg strength, depth control, and stable foot pressure.

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Barbell Zercher Squat demonstration

Exercise overview

Training details

QuadricepsGlutesHamstringsCoreUpper BackBiceps

Equipment

Barbell

Sets × reps

3 × 8

Rest

2 min

How to perform it

Step-by-step instructions

  1. 01Cradle the bar securely in the bends of your elbows and hold your hands together in front.
  2. 02Set your squat stance, brace your trunk, and keep the bar close to your torso.
  3. 03Bend your knees and hips to squat while keeping your chest lifted and elbows tucked.
  4. 04Reach the intended depth without allowing your upper back to collapse or your knees to cave inward.
  5. 05Push through your whole feet to stand and maintain firm control of the bar.

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