Squats are great for building lower-body ... as recommended by expert trainers. Start in a wide-legged stance, with your feet turned outwards. You can clasp your hands in front of you or hold ...

The wide stance also activates the pelvic floor, making it a beneficial exercise for those who are pregnant or aiming to strengthen their posterior chain, Wilbourn says. Tight hips? Sumo squats ...

Stance width during squats has also been a focus of investigation. Research comparing narrow and wide stances revealed that a narrower stance could enhance quadriceps activation and peak power ...