squat

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squat

weightlifting

Also known as: deep knee bend

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The squat, or deep knee bend, where the top of the lifter’s thighs must drop to or below parallel with the ground, demonstrates leg power. The bench press, done from a prone position and requiring a pause of the barbell at the chest, shows upper-body strength.…
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The squat, or deep knee bend, where the top of the lifter’s thighs must drop to or below parallel with the ground, demonstrates leg power. The bench press, done from a prone position and requiring a pause of the barbell at the chest, shows upper-body strength.…
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