Platesmith
Log it in Platesmith. The app shows last time's numbers on every set of Heel-Elevated Squat, times your rest and tells you when to add weight. Free, with no ads.
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Muscles worked
| Main | Quadriceps |
| Also | Gluteus maximus, Adductors |
Setup
A dumbbell held at the chest or a barbell on the back; a 2-5 cm wedge under the heels.
How to do it well
- Heels on a plate or wedge, feet hip width
- Let the knees travel forward over the toes
- Stay upright and squat as deep as you can
Common mistakes
- Letting the heels slip off the wedge
- Leaning forward and turning it into a hinge
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General guidance, not medical advice. Start lighter than you think, and check with a doctor first if you have a health condition or injury.