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Barbell Pause Squat exercise illustration

Barbell Pause Squat

A back squat held for a moment at the bottom before standing, which builds strength out of the hole.

Body part
Legs
Equipment
Barbell
Category
Strength
Pattern
Squat
Mainly works
Quadriceps and glutes
Also
Adductors and lower back

Cues

  1. Bar on the upper back
  2. Sit down and pause
  3. Drive up without bouncing