Barbell Plie Squat

Support the bar securely across the upper back and take the demonstrated wide, outward-turned stance within your comfortable hip range.

Brace the trunk and bend the hips and knees, following the direction of the feet.

Choose a stance and turnout that allow the knees to follow the feet without forcing the hips.

Maintain pressure through the whole foot and keep the bar stable on the upper back.

Letting the knees collapse inward or forcing them beyond the direction of the feet.

Lifting the heels or shifting the load onto the toes.

Bouncing out of the bottom or losing trunk control under the bar.