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Heel-Elevated Squat

Squat with heels on small plates. Allows deeper squat and shifts emphasis to quads. Effectively targets the quads. Builds functional strength. Progressively overloadable.

How to Do Heel-Elevated Squat: Step by Step

  1. Maintain proper form throughout
  2. Control the movement
  3. Breathe steadily
  4. Keep core engaged

Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Using too much weight
  • Rushing reps without control
  • Not using full range of motion

Heel-Elevated Squat Tips

  • Start lighter to master form
  • Focus on the quads working
  • Control both phases of the movement

Muscles Worked

quadsglutes
Equipment barbell
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