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Barbell Zercher Squat — Exercise Guide | Gymcierge

Exercises›Quadriceps›Barbell Zercher Squat

Barbell Zercher Squat

Quadriceps Glutesbarbell

Coaching Tips

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Keep your chest up
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Push through your heels
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Maintain a neutral spine
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Breathe out as you rise
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Engage your core throughout

Common Mistakes to Avoid

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Leaning forward
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Not reaching full depth
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Rushing through the pause

Muscles Targeted

Primary

Secondary

Stabilizers

QuadricepsGlutesHamstrings

Primary: Quadriceps, Glutes

Secondary: Hamstrings

Quick Info

Type: Compound

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