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Hack Squat

Hack squat

Advanced Machine

Video

Execution (step by step)

1

Stand on the machine platform, shoulders under the shoulder pads.

2

Feet shoulder-width apart or slightly narrower, toes slightly outward.

3

Unlock the machine, lower your hips until thighs are parallel to the platform.

4

Push back up through the heels without fully extending the knees.

5

Keep your back flat against the back pad throughout the entire movement.

6

A higher foot position trains more glutes, a lower foot position more quadriceps.


Muscles

Primary

quadriceps

Supporting

gluteshamstrings

Programming

Strength 4 sets x 4-6 reps
Hypertrophy 3-4 sets x 8-12 reps
Endurance 3 sets x 15-20 reps

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