Barbell Banded Squat
The back squat with bands pulling the bar's ends down from heavy anchors; the tension rises as you stand.
How to do it
Setup
Bar on the upper back, a band from each end to an anchor at the floor.
Steps
- Squat to parallel with the bands at their slackest.
- Drive up hard as the bands tighten.
- Lock out against the peak tension.
Common mistakes
Bands uneven: the bar tilts; match the anchors on both sides. Letting the bands yank you down: control the descent. Easing off before lockout: that is where they pull hardest.
Breathing
Big breath at the top, exhale past the sticking point.
