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Quadriceps

Chair Squat

Chair Squat (Start)Chair Squat (End)

A squat to a chair that teaches depth and control, often used as a beginner squat with a seat to guide you.

Primary musclesQuadriceps
Secondary musclesCalvesGlutesHamstrings

Energy burned

≈ 37 kcalFor 3 × 8–12, rest 90s · ≈ 6.4 kcal/min

Estimate range 27–46 kcal (±25 %)

Muscle mass worked29 %
Effort during a set11.1 MET
Your lean mass53.5 kgBody fat estimated from BMI and age

Machine / cable: about 15 % less than free weights.

Estimate ±25 %: muscles worked (from the exercise data), sets, reps, rest and your body. See the planner for whole sessions.

Setup

  1. 1Stand in front of a sturdy chair or bench with your feet shoulder-width apart.
  2. 2Turn your toes out slightly.
  3. 3Hold your arms in front of your chest for balance.

How to perform

  1. 1Brace your core and push your hips back and down.
  2. 2Lower until you lightly touch the chair, keeping your chest up.
  3. 3Pause briefly without relaxing.
  4. 4Drive your feet into the floor and stand up.

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