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🦵 Mini Squats (45°)

Partial squats to build functional strength. Only go to 45° knee bend initially.

KneeIntermediateNone3 × 12

How to do the Mini Squats (45°)

  1. Stand with feet shoulder-width apart
  2. Hold a chair for balance if needed
  3. Slowly bend your knees to about 45°
  4. Keep your weight through your heels
  5. Push back up to standing

Form tips

  • Imagine sitting back into a chair
  • Knees track over toes
  • Progress depth gradually

Muscles worked

Quadriceps, Glutes, Hamstrings

When to be cautious

  • Significant knee instability
  • Pain during the movement
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