1. Stand with your feet wider than shoulder-width apart, toes turned out slightly, holding a dumbbell in each hand. Let the dumbbells hang naturally by your sides.
2. Inhale as you initiate the movement by pushing your hips back and bending your knees to lower your body down into the squat. Ensure that your back remains straight, chest up, and knees tracking over your toes.
3. Descend until your thighs are at least parallel to the floor, or go lower if your flexibility allows while maintaining proper form.
4. Keeping your weight primarily on your heels and pressing through your feet, exhale as you drive upwards back to the starting position. Focus on using your glutes and quadriceps to power the movement.
5. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions, ensuring you maintain good form throughout the set.
Remember to keep your core engaged for stability and to prevent excessive forward leaning. Adjust the weight of the dumbbells according to your fitness level and strength. Always perform this exercise with a controlled tempo, avoiding any jerky movements.
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