• Start with a kettlebell between your legs, hinge at hips, swing it upward.
    Lift kettlebell to chest level, elbows high, engaging shoulders.
    Lower kettlebell back down, maintaining control. Repeat for desired reps.
  • Start with handles set to the bottom of the machine. Grab a box, stand on top of the box, squat the weight up into a standing position.
    Push your butt back to initiate the movement and then push your butt forward until you're back in a standing position.
    To protect yourself from injury, always maintain a flat back on any exercise.
  • Use an ankle attachment. Bring a bench over to the cables. Put the bench at incline level. The cable should be set to shoulder height.
    Push your ankle straight back, extending at the hip. Hold for a one count when you feel a contraction in your glutes.
    Then flex at the hips until you are back into your original position.
  • Start with a straight bar or easy bar attachment .
    Place the bar in your elbows, squat straight up and then walk back a few steps.
    Break at your knees and hips to initiate the squat. Make sure you maintain a flat back.
    Squat all the way back to a standing position.