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Plate squat hold

Beginner30 secondsNo jumping

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How to do it

  1. Start by standing with your feet shoulder-width apart, with a weight plate held in both hands at chest height.
  2. Lower your body by bending your knees and hips, keeping your back straight and your weight in your heels.
  3. Go down until your thighs are parallel to the floor, then pause for a moment.
  4. Hold the squat position for the desired amount of time, keeping the weight plate steady and your core engaged.