1. Stand with feet hip-width apart, toes slightly pointed out.

2. Bend knees and hips to grip the barbell with an overhand grip, arms just outside of legs.

3. Engage core and keep back flat.

4. Drive through heels to lift the barbell off the ground.

5. Keep arms straight and back flat as you stand up.

6. At the top of the lift, squeeze glutes and pause for a moment.

7. Lower the barbell back to the ground in a controlled manner.