What is half-squat (knees and feet turned out)?

Half-Squat (Knees and Feet Turned Out)

Half-squat with knees and feet turned out to the side

Half-squat exercises
  1. Stand with your feet about shoulder-width apart and turned out to the side about 45 degrees.
  2. Keep your back straight, and tighten your buttocks.
  3. Slowly bend your knees to lower your body about one-quarter of the way down toward the floor. Try to keep your back straight at all times, and do not let your pelvis tilt forward or your knees extend beyond the tip of your toes.
  4. Repeat 8 to 12 times.

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