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Kinesis Squat

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Kinesis Squat Overview

The kinesis squat workout is a highly effective exercise that primarily targets the quads and glutes.

By utilizing the kinesis machine, it allows for a controlled and stable movement, ensuring proper form and maximum muscle engagement.

The kinesis machine provides constant tension throughout the exercise, resulting in increased muscle activation and strength gains.

While the workout also engages the hamstrings and calves, its focus on the quads and glutes is unparalleled.

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Kinesis Squat Instructions

  1. Stand facing the kinesis machine with your feet shoulder-width apart.
  2. Grasp the handles of the kinesis machine with an overhand grip, keeping your arms straight and your palms facing down.
  3. Engage your core and maintain a neutral spine as you begin to lower your body into a squat position.
  4. Bend your knees and push your hips back, keeping your weight in your heels.
  5. Continue descending until your thighs are parallel to the ground, or as low as your flexibility allows.
  6. Pause briefly at the bottom of the squat, then push through your heels to return to the starting position.
  7. Repeat the movement for the desired number of repetitions.

Kinesis Squat Tips

  1. Position yourself in front of the kinesis machine, ensuring your feet are shoulder-width apart and your toes are slightly turned outwards. This stance will help activate your quads and glutes effectively throughout the squat movement.
  2. Engage your core by drawing your belly button towards your spine, creating a stable and strong foundation for the exercise. This will also help maintain proper posture and prevent any unnecessary strain on your lower back.
  3. As you lower yourself into the squat, focus on pushing your hips back and down, keeping your knees in line with your toes. This movement will help you engage your glutes and quads more efficiently, maximizing the benefits of the exercise.
  4. Keep your chest lifted and your gaze forward throughout the squat. This will help maintain proper alignment and prevent rounding of the shoulders, allowing you to fully engage your quadriceps and glutes. Remember to breathe steadily and rhythmically throughout the movement.
  5. As you rise back up from the squat, focus on driving through your heels and squeezing your glutes at the top of the movement. This will help you fully activate your quads and glutes, giving you that satisfying burn and helping you build strength and definition in these muscle groups.

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