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Olympic Weightlifting Barbell

Olympic Squat

The Olympic Squat is a high-bar back squat commonly used by weightlifters. The quadriceps provide much of the effort while the glutes, hamstrings, and calves support the deep...

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Stretching Other

On-Your-Back Quad Stretch

The On-Your-Back Quad Stretch uses the edge of a bench or step to let one leg hang while the knee bends. The position stretches the quadriceps and may also affect the hip flex...

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Stretching

One Half Locust

The One Half Locust is a prone mobility position that combines a bent-knee quadriceps stretch with an active lift of the chest and thigh. It may also affect the hip flexors, c...

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Strength Barbell

One Leg Barbell Squat

The supplied One Leg Barbell Squat is a rear-foot-elevated split squat performed with a bar across the upper back. The quadriceps and glutes provide most of the effort, while...

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Strength Barbell

One-Arm Side Deadlift

The One-Arm Side Deadlift is a suitcase-style lift performed while standing beside the center of a barbell. The quadriceps, glutes, and hamstrings raise the load while the abd...

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Olympic Weightlifting Barbell

Overhead Squat

The Overhead Squat combines a squat with a wide-grip overhead barbell hold. The quadriceps, glutes, and hamstrings move the lower body while the shoulders, triceps, upper back...

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Strength Machine

Pendulum Squat Machine

The Pendulum Squat Machine guides the body through an arcing squat path while supporting the torso. The quadriceps provide much of the effort, with the glutes, hamstrings, and...

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Strength Dumbbell

Plie Dumbbell Squat

The Plié Dumbbell Squat is a wide-stance squat performed while holding one dumbbell with both hands. The quadriceps and glutes provide much of the effort while the hamstrings,...

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