Resistance Band Smith Machine Squat
The Smith machine squat with a loop band above the knees; driving the knees out against it keeps them over the toes.
How to do it
Setup
Smith bar across the upper back, a loop band above the knees, feet slightly forward.
Steps
- Unrack the bar and set the knees against the band.
- Squat to parallel, knees tracking the toes.
- Drive up and rack the bar after the set.
Common mistakes
Knees folding in when the band bites: push them out. Band too strong to squat well: take a lighter loop. Feet right under the bar: step them slightly forward.
Breathing
Inhale down, exhale up.
