In fact, combining a mix of bodyweight leg exercises like pistol squats with dumbbell-only leg exercises such as Romanian deadlifts can build lower body strength without the need for a barbell.

Besides a few weights, bands, and mats, the largest purchase I made was the DB Method. And I will never stop using this magic squat machine, even now that gyms have been reopened for over two years.

A couple years ago, I was influenced by Kim Kardashian, the goddess of influencing herself, into getting a DB Method squat machine. The DB Method squat machine is sleek and easily foldable.

Some of these intermediate squat exercises use added weight, while others are bodyweight variations that will help you ...

Here's the exercises: Dumbbell sumo squat Bulgarian split squats (make sure you're leaning slightly forward to hit the glutes) Hip thrusts (perform either with a dumbbell or barbell) Alternatively ...

Squats can be done with just your body weight. To increase the difficulty, hold a dumbbell or a kettlebell at your chest. Stand tall, with your feet shoulder-width apart and your toes pointing ...