20 Weighted Squats with Fitz: Build Strength & Power
What Are Weighted Squats?
Weighted squats are a full-body exercise that help build strength, endurance, and muscle definition. By adding dumbbells, this movement becomes even more effective for targeting the quads, glutes, hamstrings, core, and shoulders.
How to Do Weighted Squats
In the video, Fitz demonstrates the proper way to perform squats with dumbbells:
- Start with feet shoulder-width apart, holding a dumbbell in each hand at your sides or resting them on your shoulders.
- Engage your core and keep your chest up as you begin to lower into a squat.
- Bend your knees and push your hips back, making sure your weight stays in your heels.
- Lower until your thighs are parallel to the ground (or as low as your mobility allows).
- Push through your heels to return to standing, keeping control of the movement.
- Repeat for 20 reps, maintaining good form throughout.
Why These Are a Must-Do
- Leg Power: Strengthens the quads, hamstrings, and glutes for explosive movement.
- Core Stability: Holding weights forces your abs and lower back to stay engaged.
- Upper Body Activation: Your shoulders and arms work to stabilize the dumbbells.
- Functional Strength: Helps improve balance, posture, and overall athletic performance.
Fitz’s Tips & Encouragement
Fitz keeps you motivated with high energy and expert cues, reminding you to control your squat depth and keep your core tight. She encourages you to focus on quality over speed for the best results.
If you’re ready to fire up your legs and core, this 20-rep weighted squat challenge is the perfect move to add to your workout!
