Starting Position
1. Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and place the barbell in front of you.
2. Slightly bend your knees and keep your back straight.
3. Grip the barbell with both hands at shoulder width.
4. Pull your shoulders back and keep your chest up.
During the Exercise
1. Keeping your back straight, push your hips back to lower the barbell.
2. Lower the barbell until it is just below your knees.
3. Slowly push your hips forward to return to the starting position.
Breathing Tips
Inhale as you lower the barbell, and exhale as you lift it.