HALF SQUAT

Picture Source: Getting Stronger by Bill Pearl and Gary T. Moran, Ph.D.

Starting position- Use a squat rack to support the weight between sets.  Place a barbell across your back and use your hands and arms to help support it.  Place your feet a little wider than shoulder width apart with your toes pointed slightly outward.
Movement- Keep your back straight and flexed with your head up.  Bend at your knees and keep the weight centered over your feet and knees.   Lower the weight until you are at about a 45 degree angle then straighten back up concentrating on using your legs to push the weight up.