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- DictionarySquat/skwät/
verb
- 1. crouch or sit with one's knees bent and one's heels close to or touching one's buttocks or the back of one's thighs: "I squatted down in front of him"
- 2. unlawfully occupy an uninhabited building or settle on a piece of land: "eight families are squatting in the house"
adjective
- 1. short and thickset; disproportionately broad or wide: "he was muscular and squat"
noun
- 1. a position in which one's knees are bent and one's heels are close to or touching one's buttocks or the back of one's thighs.
- 2. a building occupied by people living in it without the legal right to do so: "a basement room in a North London squat"
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squat. adjective. us / skwɑːt / uk / skwɒt / squatter | squattest. short and wide, usually in a way that is not attractive: a row of ugly, squat houses. a heavily built, squat man. Synonym. stumpy informal mainly disapproving. Thesaurus: synonyms, antonyms, and examples.
- Kettlebell Goblet Squat
- Calf Raise Squat
- Bulgarian Split Squat
- Jump Squat
- Squat Thruster
- Lateral Squat Walk
This squat variation increases the difficulty of the bodyweight version because we add weight to the movement. You can add just about anything to this goblet squat such as a kettlebell, dumbbell, sandbag, medicine ball, weighted vest, or even a gallon jug of water! Just ensure that whatever you choose to lift, you can still maintain the proper tech...
For this variation, we are really adding a twist. Not only will you be holding the squat in an isometricposition, but you will also be working your calf muscles to the limit. 1. Stand tall with your feet a bit wider than hip-width apart and your toes slightly turned out. 2. Engage your core, keep your chest up and proud, and look ahead with your ha...
This squat variation is a unilateral exercise, meaning we will work one side at a time. One of the most essential benefits of unilateral exercises is that they work each side, in this case, each leg, separately, correcting muscle imbalancesin your body. When performing exercises unilaterally or one side at a time, you don’t have the help of your do...
Now, on to some plyometrics! This squat variation will not only provide you with all of our basic squat benefits, but it will also get your heart rate up for an intense cardio workout. When performing a high-impact exercise such as a jump squat, or any other plyometric move, be sure to land softly on the balls of your feet, so you do not cause any ...
Try this squat variation on for size for a total-body compound exercise. It’s a mix between a squat and a push press. You will need a set of dumbbells for this one. 1. With a dumbbell in each hand, bend your elbows at 90 degrees, palms facing one another, and hands directly in front of your shoulders. 2. Lower down into a basic squat position, keep...
This variation is significant to work your glutes and hip muscles, which are often overlooked as we tend to focus more on quads. As seen in the video, you can perform this variation using only your body weight or by adding a resistance bandjust above your knees to add a bit more difficulty. This will work your glutes even more, as you must work ext...
Definition of squat verb in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.
squat meaning: 1. to bend your legs so that you are sitting with your bottom very close to the ground: 2. to live…. Learn more.
1. : to crouch close to the ground as if to escape observation. a hare squatting in the grass. 2. a. : to assume or maintain a position in which the body is supported on the feet and the knees are bent so that the buttocks rest on or near the heels. squatted by the campfire. b. : to exercise by performing a squat (see squat entry 3 sense 3a) 3.
Jul 25, 2019 · Benefits. Step-by-Step Instructions. Common Mistakes. Modifications and Variations. Safety and Precautions. Also Known As: Barbell squat. Targets: Lower body. Equipment Needed: Barbell. Level: Beginner. The squat lift exercise is arguably one of the best overall weightlifting exercises for building lower body and leg power and strength.
to sit in a low or crouching position with the legs drawn up closely beneath or in front of the body; sit on one's haunches or heels. to crouch down or cower, as an animal. Law to settle on or occupy property, esp. otherwise unoccupied property, without any title, right, or payment of rent.
