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How to Do Heels-Elevated Barbell Squat — Form, Muscles & Tips

Learn how to do the Heels-Elevated Barbell Squat: step-by-step form, muscles worked, barbell setup, and common mistakes. Free workout tracker included.

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How to perform this exercise

  1. Place weight plates or a wedge under your heels and position a barbell across your upper back.
  2. Stand with feet shoulder-width apart.
  3. Squat down, allowing the heel elevation to create a more upright torso and deeper knee bend.
  4. Lower until your thighs are parallel to the floor or below.
  5. Drive through your heels to press back up.
  6. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.