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How to do a standard squat

Celebrity fitness trainer Holly Rilinger teaches how to do a proper standard squat for a strong foundation.


LearnFitnessHow to do a standard squat

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  • Forward lunge

  • Target your glutes with a reverse lunge

  • Modified push-up

  • Learn how to do a lower intensity modified plank

  • Learn how to do a squat with hands on hips

  • Quick & fit: squat jump with hold

Up Next

  • Learn how to do a jump squat

  • How to do a standard push-up

  • Learn how to do a sumo squat

  • Learn how to do a lateral lunge

  • Forward lunge

  • Target your glutes with a reverse lunge

  • Modified push-up

  • Learn how to do a lower intensity modified plank

  • Learn how to do a squat with hands on hips

  • Quick & fit: squat jump with hold

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