Movement·WEIGHTLIFTING

Back
Squat

Squat with barbell on back

Back Squat is a weightlifting movement on Fiz. Squat with barbell on back. Primary muscles: quads, glutes. Scored by reps + weight.
Muscles Worked
Primary
quadsglutes
Secondary
hamstringscorelower backupper back
Scoring
repstracked
weightdefault: kg
Scaling Alternatives
Frequently Asked
What muscles does the Back Squat work?
Back Squat primarily works quads, glutes, with secondary engagement of hamstrings, core, lower back, upper back.
How do you do a Back Squat?
Squat with barbell on back.
How is the Back Squat scored?
On Fiz, Back Squat is tracked by reps + weight. Log your reps, weight, distance, or time and build a movement history that powers leaderboards and PRs.
What's an easier alternative to the Back Squat?
Easier scaling options include Goblet Squat, Air Squat. Each is a standalone movement in the Fiz glossary you can swap into any workout.
What's a harder progression from the Back Squat?
Progress to Overhead Squat when Back Squat feels light.