When it comes to perfecting your compound lifts—that’s any lift utilizing more than one joint—there are so many form factors to master. With the squat, you’re naturally looking at the hips, knees, and ...

Beth Skwarecki is Lifehacker’s Senior Health Editor, and holds certifications as a personal trainer and weightlifting coach. She has been writing about health for over 10 years. The first time you do ...

One of the most well-known exercises is the squat. The exercise comes in countless variations — think: back squat, front squat, sumo squat — and can be performed with a variety of workout equipment, ...

As WH’s Fitness Director and a regular strength trainer, squats are now second nature. I *think* I’ve nailed my form, and from squats with weights to bodyweight squats, I’ve tried a load of ...