High bar and low bar squats are two variations of the back squat, each with its own technique and benefits. Here are some workout tips for each:
### High Bar Squat:
1. **Bar Position**: Place the barbell on your upper traps, just below the neck.
2. **Stance**: Feet should be shoulder-width apart, toes slightly pointed out.
3. **Depth**: Aim for a full squat where your hips go below parallel to the knees.
4. **Torso Angle**: Keep a more upright torso to emphasize the quadriceps.
5. **Grip**: Use a closer grip to create a tight upper back, providing more stability.
6. **Breathing**: Inhale deeply before descending, brace your core, and exhale as you ascend.
Low Bar Squat:
1. **Bar Position**: Place the barbell lower on your back, across the rear deltoids.
2. **Stance**: Feet can be slightly wider than shoulder-width, with toes pointing out more.
3. **Depth**: Descend until your hips are below knee level.
4. **Torso Angle**: Lean forward slightly more compared to the high bar squat, engaging more of the posterior chain (glutes, hamstrings).
5. **Grip**: Hands should be placed wider apart to accommodate the lower bar position.
6. **Breathing**: Similar to high bar, inhale deeply before descending, brace your core, and exhale on the
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