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🦵 Quads Intermediate

Hack Squat

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4
Sets
10
Reps
Machine
Equipment
9.00
Cal/min
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Primary
quads
Secondary
glutes
1
Position yourself in the hack squat machine, shoulders and back against the pads.
2
Feet shoulder-width on the platform, slightly forward.
3
Release the safety, lower yourself by bending your knees.
4
Go down until thighs are at least parallel, then drive back up through your heels.
5
Keep your back flat against the pad throughout the movement.
What muscles does Hack Squat work?
Hack Squat primarily targets the quads, with the glutes working as secondary muscles.
How many sets and reps of Hack Squat should I do?
A typical starting point is 4 sets of 10 reps, adjusted based on your goal and experience level.
What equipment do I need for Hack Squat?
Hack Squat requires a machine.

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