SquatcompoundBodyweight
BODYWEIGHT SQUAT
Bodyweight squat. The entry-level squat pattern. No load, full depth, perfect mechanics.
OFFICIAL 300WOD TUTORIAL
HOW TO PERFORM
- 1
Stand with feet shoulder-width apart, toes turned out slightly.
- 2
Arms extended forward for balance.
- 3
Descend by pushing the knees out and sitting back.
- 4
Reach full depth — hip crease below the top of the knee.
- 5
Drive through the floor to stand.
THE STANDARD
Full depth required. Hip crease below the top of the knee. No partial reps.
COACHING CUES
Knees outSit back and downFull depth
COMMON MISTAKES
Knees caving inward.
Heels rising.
Partial depth.
SCALING / SUBSTITUTIONS
Squat to a box or chair.
Hold a pole for balance.
300WOD APPLICATION
The bodyweight squat is the Foundation entry point for the squat pattern.
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MOVEMENT DETAILS
Movement Category
SquatMovement Type
compoundEquipment
Bodyweight
Primary Muscles
QuadricepsGlutes
Secondary Muscles
HamstringsAbs / Core
Standards
Foundation
Hoplite
Elite
Spartan