If building tree trunk legs is chief on your list of goals, the barbell back squat is a great pick to add to your workout ...

Switch shoulders each set. Just like the barbell front squat, the dumbbell variation ... or for high reps if you’re trying to back off from heavier weights. Once you’ve completed your presses ...

Try to perform the alternatives before attempting the barbell squat. How many sets and reps should you do? Someone who is just starting out with the back squat should do a different number of sets ...

In addition to deadlifts and chest presses, squats ... a set of dumbbells). Stand with your feet about shoulder-width apart and toes pointing forward, with the barbell resting on your upper back ...

That’s simple enough—if you’re into barbell lifts ... over your head and onto your back: If you can do this, the weight is too light for a heavy set of squats. Not-quite-squat options ...

But aside from your traditional bodyweight squat, back squats ... Do 3 to 5 sets of 8 to 12 reps. Rest for 60 to 90 seconds between sets. It’s generally best to kick off your workout with ...

When you’re ready to use a barbell ... off balance, especially as you stand back up, she explains. Some runners might find their knees buckling inward as they stand up from back and front squats ...

We know squats are hailed as the holy grail when it comes to leg day, with the barbell ... back.” The risk of injury with front squats is therefore much higher, but don’t let this put you off ...

"The accessibility of the goblet squat is another major advantage—you can grab a kettlebell or dumbbell and set up anywhere, unlike the barbell back squat, which requires a rack." If you're ...