Box Squat

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Sets

Reps

Barbell

Equipment

9.00

Cal/min

🎯 Muscles Worked

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Primary

quads,glutes

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Secondary

core

Set a box or bench behind you at or slightly below knee height.

Squat down under control until you lightly touch the box with your glutes.

Don't relax or bounce on the box — stay tight and controlled.

Drive back up through your heels to standing.

This teaches consistent depth and hip-driven power.

What muscles does Box Squat work?

Box Squat primarily targets the quads,glutes, with the core working as secondary muscles.

How many sets and reps of Box Squat should I do?

A typical starting point is 4 sets of 8 reps, adjusted based on your goal and experience level.

What equipment do I need for Box Squat?

Box Squat requires a barbell.

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