Starting Position
1. Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and place the barbell in front of your feet.
2. Slightly bend your knees and push your hips back while keeping your back straight.
3. Grip the barbell with your hands wider than shoulder-width apart.
4. Keep your chest up and your gaze forward.
During the Exercise
1. Use the strength of your legs and hips to lift the barbell.
2. Once the barbell passes your knees, straighten your torso and stand up fully.
3. Slowly lower the barbell back to the ground.
Breathing Tips
Exhale as you lift the barbell, and inhale as you lower it.