Which exercise replaces the squat on the Smith machine? 5 alternatives
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Equipe Befit
Barbell Deadlift
Primary Equipment
Olympic barbell
Olympic barbell
Instructions
- Stand with your feet positioned hip-width apart
- Hold the bar with your hands aligned with your shoulders
- Keep your glutes and core engaged, and your torso upright
- Perform the movement by lowering your hips, bending your knees, and leaning your torso slightly forward
Tips
- Lower the bar close to your thighs, knees, and shins
- Perform the movement only as far as your mobility and flexibility allow
- Avoid using momentum or sudden movements
Target Muscle
Primary
Secondary
Glutes
Glutes
