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Quadriceps · Intermediate

Sandbag Squat

Bear-hug sandbag squat that challenges leg strength and trunk bracing against a shifting anterior load.

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Sandbag Squat demonstration

Exercise overview

Training details

QuadricepsGlutesHamstringsCoreUpper Back

Equipment

Sandbag

Sets × reps

3 × 12

Rest

1 min 30 sec

How to perform it

Step-by-step instructions

  1. 01Lift the sandbag into a tight bear hug against your chest.
  2. 02Set your feet in a squat stance and brace around the shifting load.
  3. 03Descend by bending your hips and knees while keeping the bag close.
  4. 04Maintain full-foot pressure and knee alignment at your deepest controlled position.
  5. 05Drive through both feet to stand and resecure the bear hug.

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