Stand with feet shoulder-width apart, toes slightly turned out
Keep chest up, ribs down, and core braced
Engage glutes and keep knees tracking in line with toes
Start the squat by bending hips and knees at the same time
Lower until thighs are at least parallel to the ground, or to your comfortable depth with good form
Keep your weight mid-foot to heel (avoid leaning forward)
Keep heels flat and maintain a neutral spine
Pause briefly at the bottom if desired
Drive up by pushing the floor away, extending hips and knees together
Finish standing tall with glutes squeezed and knees fully extended (without locking hard)
Repeat for your desired reps and sets