Machine Squat
Shoulders under the pads of a squat machine, which carries the balance for you.
How to do it
Setup
Shoulders under the pads, back on the support, feet shoulder-width on the platform.
Steps
- Unrack and squat until the knees near 90° or deeper.
- Keep the whole foot pressing.
- Drive up without slamming the knees straight.
Common mistakes
Feet too far back: heels lift; move them forward on the platform. Half reps because the machine allows: full range anyway. Relaxing at the rack points: stay tight until racked.
Breathing
Inhale down, exhale up.
