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Hack Squat Machine
Position yourself on the hack squat machine with your shoulders under the pads and your feet shoulder-width apart on the foot platform.
Exercise details
- Equipment
- Machine
- Tracking
- Reps and weight
Execution
How to do it
Position yourself on the hack squat machine with your shoulders under the pads and your feet shoulder-width apart on the foot platform. Keep your back pressed against the backrest.
Release the safety handles and slowly lower your body by bending your knees until your thighs are parallel to the foot platform.
Push through your heels to extend your legs and return to the starting position.
Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Form tips
Keep your back pressed against the backrest throughout the exercise.
Focus on keeping your knees aligned with your toes to avoid straining your joints.
Exhale as you push up and inhale as you lower your body.
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