Hack Squat Machine
Primary muscles: Quadriceps
Secondary muscles: Glutes, Hamstrings
Resistance
Hack Squat Machine
How to do the Hack Squat Machine
- Position yourself on the hack squat machine with your shoulders under the pads and your feet shoulder-width apart on the foot platform. Keep your back pressed against the backrest.
- Release the safety handles and slowly lower your body by bending your knees until your thighs are parallel to the foot platform.
- Push through your heels to extend your legs and return to the starting position.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Form tips
- Keep your back pressed against the backrest throughout the exercise.
- Focus on keeping your knees aligned with your toes to avoid straining your joints.
- Exhale as you push up and inhale as you lower your body.
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