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Proper Form For Squats

Guys aren’t the only ones spending hours in the weight room and focusing on building muscle.  Women have transitioned away from the stereotype of being a cardio queen, to giving the guys a run for their money in the weightroom!  Everyone knows that building more muscle results in lower body fat and a tighter, leaner physique.  As a follow up to our hugely popular “Best Butt Exercises for Women” article, we’re going to take a few minutes to review Proper Form For Squats.  And guys… while you think you may already know it all, this is a good review for you too!

Proper Form For Squats

Most personal trainers incorporate squats into their clients’ workouts for a reason.  Your Gluteus Maximus (butt)  consists of several muscles, and combined it is the largest muscle group of the body.  Want to burn more calories in your workout?  Start incorporating squats!  Esthetically we all want our deriere to look great in a pair of jeans or on the beach, but it plays a major role in our body composition as well.  Before you start going nuts with the weights however, it’s crucial that you understand the proper form for squats to avoid injury and get the most from your workout. Read more...

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