Want to build more leg strength, muscle and power? Look no further than the barbell back squat and leg press, two compound exercises that promise to give your lower body muscles a run for their ...

To lift weights at home, first you need the weights. That’s simple enough—if you’re into barbell lifts, just buy a barbell set. But your next problem is figuring out how you squat.

Step your feet forward until your body is at an angle almost symmetrical to the barbell behind you. Bend your knees and push your hips back, dropping into a deep squat. Press your back into the ...

but the fact that you’re less likely to fatigue yourself entirely during a heavy bench press can be enough motivation to go for a little higher total. If there’s so much hesitation surrounding the ...

Barbell squats are one of the “big 5 compound lifts ... your heels,” but I like to teach a tripod foot position. Press through your big and little toes and heels and keep the weight between ...

Step your feet forward until your body is at an angle almost symmetrical to the barbell behind you. Bend your knees and push your hips back, dropping into a deep squat. Press your back into the ...

Compared to some other variations, barbell back squats reinforce proper upper-body ... and hips facing forward. Pause, then press through the left heel to return to start. That's 1 rep.