How to Do Wide Squats

Wide squats with weights work your quads and glutes. It involves performing a squat while holding a dumbbell or other light weight with both hands.

Make sure you sit back with most of your weight on your heels — not your toes. Keep your shoulders back and your chest up while you sit down and come back up.

Remember to use the muscles in your legs — not your back — to raise yourself up.

A few keys to remember:

· Progress gradually. Don’t try to do too much too soon. Listen to your body. When you need a rest, rest.

· A solid program must train both the upper and lower body.

· Know why you are performing each exercise. Set goals and lift weights because you want to, not because someone wants you to.

· Always breathe during a repetition and go through a full range of motion.

· Always consult with your family doctor before beginning any new exercise program.