A squat performed with the load hung from a hip belt, usually on a belt squat machine. Trains the quads and glutes without loading the spine or shoulders.
Primary muscles
Secondary muscles
This information is general fitness guidance, not medical advice. Stop if you feel pain and consult a qualified professional.
Main muscles working (thicker lines)
Attach the belt around your hips and clip it to the machine. Stand on the platform with feet shoulder-width apart, holding the handles for balance, and release the stops.
Brace lightly and squat down, keeping your torso upright.
Let your knees track over your toes as you descend to full depth.
Drive through your feet to stand up.
Re-engage the stops when finished.
Breathing: Inhale as you lower, exhale as you stand.
Sit straight down
Use the handles for balance only
Full depth
Pulling on the handles to help stand
Belt set too high or low on the hips
Half reps
Engage the machine stops before unclipping the belt.