Wide Stance Belt Squat – Machine

Learn how to do Wide Stance Belt Squat – Machine with proper form. Watch the 4K video, see which muscles are worked, and follow step-by-step instructions.

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MET 5.5 Glutes QuadricepsHamstrings MachineBelt

Wide Stance Belt Squat – Machine is a Machine/Belt exercise that primarily targets the Glutes, with secondary activation of the Quadriceps, Hamstrings. It has a MET value of 5.5, meaning a 70kg person burns approximately 193 calories in a 30-minute session..

How to Do Wide Stance Belt Squat – Machine

A wide stance variation of the belt squat performed on a machine to increase glute and adductor activation while still working the quadriceps.


💡 Instructions:


  • Attach the belt around your waist and secure the chain or strap to the machine’s loading point.

  • Stand on the platform with feet wider than shoulder-width apart, toes slightly pointed outward.

  • Brace your core and lower yourself by bending at the knees and hips until thighs are at least parallel to the floor.

  • Push through your heels to return to the starting position.

  • Keep your torso upright throughout the movement.


⚠️ Common mistakes:


  • Allowing the knees to cave inward.

  • Leaning the torso too far forward.

  • Rising onto the toes instead of keeping heels down.

  • Using excessive weight at the expense of range of motion.

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Muscles Worked by Wide Stance Belt Squat – Machine

Primary Glutes
Secondary
QuadricepsHamstrings

Equipment

  • Machine
  • Belt

Calories Burned Doing Wide Stance Belt Squat – Machine

Calorie Calculator

MET 5.5
Estimated burn
193 calories

Calories = MET × weight (kg) × time (hours)

Quick Facts: Wide Stance Belt Squat – Machine

Type
Machine exercise
Primary muscle
Glutes
Secondary muscles
Quadriceps, Hamstrings
MET value
5.5
Calories (30 min, 70kg)
≈ 193 cal
Video quality
4K with male and female demonstrations

FAQ: Wide Stance Belt Squat – Machine

What muscles does Wide Stance Belt Squat – Machine work?

Wide Stance Belt Squat – Machine primarily targets the Glutes, with secondary engagement of the Quadriceps, Hamstrings.

How do you do Wide Stance Belt Squat – Machine correctly?

A wide stance variation of the belt squat performed on a machine to increase glute and adductor activation while still working the quadriceps. 💡...

Is Wide Stance Belt Squat – Machine good for beginners?

Wide Stance Belt Squat – Machine has a MET value of 5.5, indicating a moderate intensity exercise appropriate for most fitness levels.

What equipment do you need for Wide Stance Belt Squat – Machine?

Wide Stance Belt Squat – Machine requires: Machine, Belt.

What are the benefits of Wide Stance Belt Squat – Machine?

Wide Stance Belt Squat – Machine strengthens the Glutes, engages the Quadriceps and Hamstrings.

What exercises are similar to Wide Stance Belt Squat – Machine?

Similar exercises to Wide Stance Belt Squat – Machine include Hip Thrust – Dumbbell, Hip Thrust – Machine, Single Leg Dumbbell Hip Thrust, Single Leg Hip Thrust – Machine.

Is Wide Stance Belt Squat – Machine better than Hip Thrust – Dumbbell?

Both Wide Stance Belt Squat – Machine and Hip Thrust – Dumbbell target the Glutes. Choose based on your available equipment and training goals.

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