Box Squat
Step-by-step technique for Box Squat, an exercise for quads using barbell. From the Frog Fitness exercise library.
How to do it
- Set a box behind you and place the bar on your upper back.
- Hinge and bend until you touch the box.
- Pause briefly without relaxing.
- Drive up to standing.
Coach tip: The box teaches consistent depth and a strong hip hinge.
Muscles worked
Primary: Quads
Secondary: Glutes, Hamstrings
Box Squat is a strength exercise that loads the quads using barbell. Log it in Frog Fitness to follow how the load develops over time.
At a glance
- Primary muscle
- Quads
- Secondary
- Glutes, Hamstrings
- Equipment
- Barbell
- Type
- Strength