Here's How to Do Squats Properly, Safely, and Effectively Every Time
Not using proper squat form when you workout could be painful and even result in injury. Learn how to do squats the right way and reap all the benefits of this multifunctional move.
The Basics: Proper Squat Form
1. Stand with feet a little wider than hip width, toes facing front.
2. Drive your hips back—bending at the knees and ankles and pressing your knees slightly open—as you…
3. Sit into a squat position while still keeping your heels and toes on the ground, chest up and shoulders back.
4. Strive to eventually reach parallel, meaning knees are bent to a 90-degree angle.
5. Press into your heels and straighten legs to return to a standing upright position.
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